REL 241 - Christianity in America’s Past

Institution:

Brevard College

Subject:

RELIGIOUS STUDIES

Description:

This course seeks to understand the nature and significance of religious belief and practices in the rise and development of American life and identity. Topics explored include: the Pilgrims and their Protestant faith and European origins; colonial religion and Native Americans spirituality; the Christian colonies and the Revolution; the young republic and church-state separation; revivalism and American individualism; religious persecution and Mormonism; Catholics in Protestant America; the Civil War and Christian killing Christian; the rise of African-American Christianity.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.brevard.edu

Phone Number:

(828) 883-8292

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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