REL 241 - and 242 American Religious Tradition- each

Institution:

Clark Atlanta University

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Description:

Historical approach to the American religious tradition as inclusive of cultural and ethnic diversity. REL 241 extends into the late nineteenth century and includes topics such as American Indian tribal religions, the Great Awakening, Wesleyan evangelicalism, religious freedom, slavery and Christianity, and the rise of black churches and movements. REL 242 focuses on the twentieth century, examining media evangelism, the rise of cults, the church and human rights issues, ecumenism and the burgeoning of Eastern religions such as African traditional religions in America. Students may take either course independently or both in sequence.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.cau.edu

Phone Number:

(404) 880-8000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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