SOC 360 - Religion's Impact on Society

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Brigham Young University-Idaho

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Description:

A mounting body of research showing that religion is playing a signifi cant role in society has forced researchers to more seriously consider the impact of religion on politics, economics, family life, and deviance, among other things. Contemporary events such as 9/11, the Israeli-Arab confl ict and the culture wars are all helping to drive the reemerging sociology of religion fi eld. In this class we will read and discuss different sociological perspectives related to the sociology of religion. We will explore the validity of secularization theory and examine why people believe in religious things. We will also consider what impact religion has on individual and social life and the dynamics of religious groups and markets. (Fall, Winter, Spring)

Credits:

3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.byui.edu

Phone Number:

(208) 496-1411

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

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