RELS 327 - Religion and Violence

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Ursinus College

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Dr. Rein The turn of the twenty-first century has been accompanied by an alarming global increase in religiouslymotivated violence. Historically, religious ideas have been used to justify both war and peace, both violence and reconciliation. This course will examine the relationship between religion and violence in various historical contexts. Topics will include: just war doctrine, crusades and holy wars; sacrificial rituals in traditional cultures; modern revolutionary and terrorist movements; and religious pacifism. (Formerly PHIL-327.) Three hours per week. Four semester hours. (H.) Note: Students who have received credit for the former PHIL-327 may not enroll in RELS-327.

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.ursinus.edu

Phone Number:

(610) 409-3000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

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Semester

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