Religion 156 - Religion and Politics

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Bard College

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Theology With the close of the ColdWar, a confrontation between the Soviet and American empires ensued that took on some traits of a religious struggle. George H. W. Bush announced a "new world order," and Francis Fukuyama predicted "the end of history." Events have disappointedbelief in those and other forecasts. Instead, the underlying role of religion in shaping behavior, which had been obscured by the polarity of the "Superpowers," has become increasingly evident,and in some cases troubling. This course investigates how the global religions shape ideals, policies, and strategies of governance out of their classic resources.

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4.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.bard.edu

Phone Number:

(845) 758-6822

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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