RELIGIOUS STUDIES 267 - Psychologies of Religion

Institution:

Hobart William Smith Colleges

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Description:

This course examines the variety of modern psychological perspectives that have been used to understand religion, including depth psychologies, social psychology, and empirical and behavioral approaches. In doing so, it explores psychological theories that attempt to answer such questions as: Why are people religious Where do religious experiences and images come from What does it mean to be religious (Henking, offered alternate years)

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

WWW.HWS.EDU

Phone Number:

(315) 781-3000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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