RS-111

Course Number

RS-111

Course Name

Intro to World Religions :west

Course Credits

4.00-

Description

’Introduction to World Religions: Western Traditions engages students in the comparative, academic study of religion. This course includes the study of many religious traditions including Judaism, African Religion, Native American Religion, Pacific island Religion, Christianity, Greek and Roman Religion, Islam, Sikhism, Zoroastrianism, and Baha’ism. This course will explore the history and structure of each tradition while attempting to recognize the similarities and the differences among them. Attention will be given to the reading of original texts when available. Requiring students to observe religious ceremonies will enhance practical understanding of many of the above traditions.’