Introduction to Religion
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Overview
Subject area
PHL
Catalog Number
90
Course Title
Introduction to Religion
Department(s)
Description
Religions are belief systems explaining the world and the place of human beings in it in terms of sacred truths. These truths may be passed down orally or in writing (scripture) in the form of stories, songs, commandments, dances, or ceremonies. This course looks at six different current religions: Hinduism, Buddhism, Daoism, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam from the points of view of their history, beliefs, practices, and philosophy.
Requisites
010715
Typically Offered
Fall, Spring
Academic Career
Undergraduate
Liberal Arts
Yes
Credits
Minimum Units
3
Maximum Units
3
Academic Progress Units
3
Repeat For Credit
No
Components
Name
Lecture
Hours
3