RELS 108 - Death and the Afterlife

Institution:

Bethany College - West Virginia

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Description:

Death and the Afterlife is a critical examination of a selection of Biblical texts which deal with death, dying, and the "next life," an exploration of ways Western culture has attempted to address and understand these issues, and a comparative analysis of similar themes in a variety of non-Western traditions.The course examines ways in which various constructions of "heaven" and "hell" reflect social structures, social values, and notions of just

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.bethanywv.edu

Phone Number:

(304) 829-7000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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