TRS 0253 - ETHICAL ISSUES ACROSS RELIGIONS

Institution:

Rosemont College

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Description:

An exploration of the ways in which various religious traditions (primarily the major world religions: Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam) have approached universal ethical issues. Students will reflect on these traditions' internal histories, ethical reasoning, and casuistry, as well as on inter-religious interaction. Topics include: violence and pacifism, authority, power and organization, the problem of evil, family and gender roles, sexuality, and dress codes.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.rosemont.edu

Phone Number:

(610) 527-0200

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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