REL 206 - Religious Experience and the Study of Religion

Institution:

Bates College

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Description:

What is "religion" and how can we make sense of this varied and critically important aspect of human history and personal experience The course examines a variety of religious phenomena and diverse scholarly attempts to understand them. Studies are drawn from Jewish, Christian, Hindu, Buddhist, Islamic, African, and Native American traditions as well as ostensibly "secular" contemporary American culture. Themes include notions of sacrality; scripture and wisdom traditions; religious ethics; the roles of the mind, body, and emotions in religious experience; ritual; religious imagery; religious violence; evil and suffering; and gender and religious experience. Enrollment limited to 25. Normally offered every year. S. Schomburg.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.bates.edu/

Phone Number:

(207) 786-6000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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