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RELS 132 Western Religions Units: 3.00
This course will examine Judaism, Christianity, Islam as well as some indigenous traditions and new religious movements. It will primarily consider these religious traditions in their historical context, looking carefully at their origins, sacred literature, and ritual life, though at times we will consider selected contemporary issues that highlight different religions' response to modernity.
NOTE RELS 132 and RELS 133 together, are equivalent to RELS 131.
NOTE RELS 132 and RELS 133 together, are equivalent to RELS 131.
Learning Hours: 120 (24 Lecture, 12 Tutorial, 84 Private Study)
Requirements: Prerequisite None.
Exclusion Maximum of 6.0 units from RELS 131/6.0; RELS 132/3.0; RELS 133/3.0.
Offering Faculty: Faculty of Arts and Science
Course Learning Outcomes:
- Develop a definition of religion that recognizes the diversity of religious traditions.
- Identify the world鈥檚 religious traditions within their global and cultural context.
- Critically analyze contemporary religious issues in their historical roots.
- Communicate their critical thinking through research and writing.