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. Offered alternate years. 3 credits.
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. 4 credits.
Credits: 4.00
REL-240 Topics in Comparative Religion
A class on topics of current interest in comparative religions. Please see department for current course description. 4 credits.
Credits: 4.00
REL-255 Special Topics
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Credits: 1.00
REL-275 Internship
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Credits: 1.00
REL-341 Music in World Religions
This course will explore the use of music as an important expression of spiritual engagement. Students will engage in an examination of the various liturgical and musical practices found in five primary world religions including: Christianity, Judaism, Islam, Hinduism and Buddhism. The course will examine how music is used to enhance liturgy, "engage the mind and move the heart" of participants in worship. ENGW 201 and a basic ability to follow musical notation recommended. 3 credits.
Credits: 3.00
REL-355 Special Topics
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Credits: 1.00