Comparative Religion Course Descriptions
REL-110 Religion and the Quest for Meaning
This course is an introduction to the academic study of religion. What are the most fundamental meta-narratives that supply people and their communities with self-understanding? Typically, this course explores the identity mythologies of a variety of religious traditions. Religions normally covered are: Buddhism, Hinduism, Christianity, Judaism and Islam. Meets cross- cultural requirements. 3 hours. Offered alternate years.
Credits: 3.00
REL-140 Introduction to Comparative Religions
Comparative study of major world and selected regional religions with an emphasis on the analysis of beliefs, rituals, symbolism and social organization. 3 hours.
Credits: 3.00
REL-240 Topics in Comparative Religion
A class on topics of current interest in comparative religions. Please see department for current course description. 3 hours.
Credits: 3.00
REL-255 Special Topics
See department for details.
Credits: 1.00
REL-355 Special Topics
See department for details.
Credits: 1.00