RS 334 - Religion and Literature

Institution:

Saint Michael's College

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Description:

Considers the role of mythic imagination in religious faith, from perspectives of literary criticism, comparative literature, and theology. Topics may include: Christian analogues to themes in primitive mythology, the religious vision in the "myths" of J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis, literature reflecting the situation of faith in a culture, and the role of metaphor and story in shaping Christian faith experience.Prerequisites: A 200-level Religious Studies course. Credits: 3 cr. Liberal Studies Requirement: Literary Studies

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.smcvt.edu

Phone Number:

(802) 654-2000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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