RELI 395 - Theories and Research in Religion

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Hendrix College

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Description:

This course, a prerequisite to RELI 497, prepares students to conduct advanced research and critical thinking in the academic study of religion. It should be taken in the spring term of the junior year or earlier. Students will explore the major theorists who define "religion" as a phenomenon or field of inquiry through a variety of methodologies, including anthropological, philosophical, theological, phenomenological, psychological and sociological approaches. The course also teaches students discipline specific research methods and provides familiarity with the major areas of current scholarly research in religion. Each student will apply the theories and research methods to a case study of a religion, other than his/her own, in either the student's hometown or in the locality surrounding Hendrix. This case study will contribute to Harvard' s Pluralism Project over a ten year period.

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3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.hendrix.edu

Phone Number:

(501) 329-6811

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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