World Religions Course Overview

Taught by: Bapi Ghosh

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Students study the major religions in the world that have helped shape human history, with a major focus on Hinduism, Buddhism, Islam, and Judaism/Christianity.  Students are also introduced to other religions and philosophies and examine the doctrines, values, and practices of the believers to better understand human behavior and the role of religion in society today.  Students follow current events in order to analyze the role of religion in the world today.

Texts:

• Burke, Patrick T. The Major Religions. Oxford: Blackwell Publishers, 1998.
• Smith, Houston. The World’s Religions. New York: Harper San Francisco, 1991.

Prerequisite: 11th or 12th grade standing.