BLS 3018 - African Philosophy And Religion

Institution:

CUNY Bernard M Baruch College

Subject:

Black Studies

Description:

3 hours; 3 credits Survey of the major religions and philosophies of Africa, including the social impact, the theology, cosmology, and the morals embedded in the religions of the ancient Egyptians, indigenous African religions, Christianity, and Islam. It covers the major philosophical movements in Africa, including the works of Plotinus, Philo and Maimonides, Clement, Origin, Augustine, and Ibn Khaldun, as well as recent developments in philosophy in north Africa and in the religions of African Americans. Prerequisite: One course from any of these disciplines: BLS or HSP or ANT or PHI or REL; or departmental permission.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.baruch.cuny.edu

Phone Number:

(646) 312-1000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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