HUMN 4105 - Religion,PeACemaking,and Social Transformation

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Becker College - Closed

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Description:

The role of religion in society and the world today is a complex one; it is based on different understandings and conceptions of religion itself. All religions, at different times in history, have functioned as catalysts of social transformation. In contemporary society, several positive social and political transformations have been brought about in which religion, religious sentiment, or appeal to religion was a factor. Religion cannot be separated from society or isolated from cultural realities. This course will focus on portraits of peacemakers around the world, past and present, who have made a difference in bringing about positive change and who have been instrumental in resolving conflict through religion. We will examine how religion plays a role in social transformation in places such as El Salvador, Northern Ireland, Bosnia, Sudan, South Africa, Israel, Palestine, and Afghanistan. Students will learn how they, too, can be a positive force for change in their community or world through the example of others and then by completing a service learning project. Documentaries focusing on peacemaking as well as invited guest speakers will be integrated in the course. Prerequisite: SOCI1001, HUMN2450.

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.becker.edu

Phone Number:

(877) 523-2537

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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