Religious Studies 345 - Death and Dying in Western Culture

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Allegheny College

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An examination of the understanding, attitudes and treatments of death in contemporary Western culture. Theological, sociological, ethical and medical understandings about death and dying and their impact upon society's understanding of mortality are explored. Attendant phenomena such as grief, bereavement, funeral practices, suicide, and the portrayal of death in art, literature and music are also examined. Prerequisite: Upperclass standing or permission of the instructor.

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4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.allegheny.edu

Phone Number:

(814) 332-3100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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