church history

1. Discuss the history of the filioque controversy, explaining why it does or does not matter in the long history of doctrine. ( 3 pages ). 2. How did the patriarch Timothy treat the Qu'ran in relation to the Bible in his "Apology," which reports on an exchange over two days in 782 between the patriarch and the third Abbasid caliph, Al-Mandi? You might want to consider how the patriarch dealt with specific issues such as the presentation of Jesus in the Quiran, as well as more general indications in terms of the tone you see in his words. Be sure to pay attention to the political context in which the discussion took place, especially the power dynamic that was in place between caliph and the patriarch as you address the subject. (( 3 pages ). no cover page 6. Drawing upon HWCM and RWCH, discuss the historical shape of Christianity in Nubia and Ethiopia? What do you see to be the significance of these ancient African churches for African Christianity today? ( 3 pages ). 3. What was at stake in the Iconoclast Controversy? Briefly describe the two sides of the controversy, paying attention to the theological arguments of each side. What was the outcome? What was the theological significance long-range?