REL 1921 - New Religious Movements in America

Institution:

Florida SouthWestern State College

Subject:

Philosophy

Description:

An exploration of America’s new religious movements from an interdisciplinary perspective that includes themes such as “cults” and the anti-cult movement, charismatic leadership, conversion methods, millennialism, modernization, and globalization. Groups include but are not limited to those deriving from 19th century influences and the Biblical tradition, New Age and Neo-Pagan, Eastern arrivals, African origins, Native American, and the science-related groups such as Scientology.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.fsw.edu

Phone Number:

(239) 489-9300

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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