CH 3200 - Contemp. Religious Experience

Institution:

SUNY College at Old Westbury

Subject:

Comparative Humanities

Description:

This course introduces students to the major forms of religious worship and practice in the world today. Videos and field trips, as well as readings will be used to develop insights into the distinctive features of worship in various branches of well-defined world religion, (Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, and Buddhism) as well as lesser known or less defined paths, such as Sikhism, Rastafarianism and traditional Caribbean and North American traditions. In addition to exploring distinctions and influences, we will consider the nature of worshippers' experiences of their faiths. At least one semester of academic study of religion is recommended as a prerequisite for this course. Prerequisite: ECII placement or equivalent

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.oldwestbury.edu

Phone Number:

(516) 876-3000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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