ICS 4750 - African Religions in the New World

Institution:

Crossroads College (Closed)

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Description:

This course examines indigenous African faith systems on the African Continent and African derived religions in the New World. This course focuses on a description of African cosmology, rituals and practices, and a selected examination of African religion as a social force on the African continent and the Diaspora. While recognizing the unique characteristics of the various African ethnic groups, the course presents evidence of a coherent unity of spiritual systems in indigenous sub-Saharan Africa. The course lays a foundation for understanding Black religious experience in the United States and in the African civilization. Offered: on demand and when feasible. Divino

Credits:

3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.crossroadscollege.edu

Phone Number:

(507) 288-4563

Calendar System:

Semester

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