RELST 331 - Rationalism and Mysticism in Religion

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Virginia Wesleyan University

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Rationalism and mysticism are radically different ways of comprehending the world, and yet many of the world's major religions feature both rationalist and mystical forms. First, this course examines rationalism and mysticism as comprehensive and competing religious paradigms; second, surveys manifestations of religious rationalism and mysticism in the monotheistic religions, and third, examines in detail the oscillation of rationalism and mysticism in Judaism from Late Antiquity until the 20th century. Prerequisite: at least three semester hours in one or more of the following: English, history, philosophy, religious studies.

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.vwu.edu

Phone Number:

(757) 455-3200

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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