Religion 80 - Seminars

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Dartmouth College

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08F: 10A 09F: 2 10S: 10A In 08F, Richard Dawkins and His Critics. Richard Dawkins' The God Delusion (2006) has become a touchstone in the contemporary debate between atheists and believers. But why are Dawkins' arguments so provocative Why are his critics so anxious to refute him What is the relationship between religious beliefs and science This seminar is devoted to a close reading of Dawkins' major writings, as well as the work of his most prominent critics. Requirements: oral presentations and one 20-page pape r. Dist: TM V. FrankenberryIn 09F, Black Religion in the Modern World. Dist: TMV. Hardy. In 10S, The Lotus Sutra. Dist: TMV. Raz.

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3.00

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Lecture

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www.dartmouth.edu

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(603) 646-1110

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

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Quarter

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