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3.00 Credits
Theological and cultural study of Islamic history and religious expression. Topics include the life of Muhammad, teachings of the Qur'an, developments of Islamic sectarianism, religious law, ethics, ritual practices and the presence of Islam in the contemporary world. Alternate years.
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3.00 Credits
An introduction to the practice of religion in specific native societies, exploring how indigenous religious traditions such as Navajo, Hopi, Lakota Sioux, Cherokee and Pueblo understand the world and how members of those societies participate in the world. Course will also consider the effects on these religions of domination by the colonial powers and contemporary revitalization of native traditions. Special attention given to Choctaw and Caddo traditions and their presence within Mississippi and Louisiana. Alternate years.
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3.00 Credits
A study of philosophical issues raised by the contemporary dialog between the living world religions. Topics include concepts of God, revelation, religious truth, probelm of evil and theory of salvation. Alternate years. (Same as PHIl 303S).
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Prerequisite: REL 101 or permission of the instructor. A cross cultural examination of the phenomenon of prophecy and the roles that prophets play in their societies. Primary attention will be given to the types of prophetic methods and messages of biblical and extrabiblical prophets, as a basis for comparison with other ancient and modern examples of prophecy. Alternate years.
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An examination of biblical and extrabiblical apocalyptic texts with attention given to the diversity of apocalyptic thinking and predictions. With this background, students will study more contemporary examples of apocalypticism , with an eye to discerning the social, psychological and theological continuities and differences between apocalypses then and now. Alternate years.
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3.00 Credits
This course is an introduction to the world of thought and practice that contemporary scholars call ancient Greek religion. The main materials of the course are drawn from the ancient Greeks themselves -- from poets, artists, playwrights, and mythographers. Emphasis will be placed on the myths and festivals that formed the fabric of ancient Greek religious practice and outlook. perspectives on cosmos (universe), polis (city and its society), psyche (self), and theos (gods) will be explored. Alternate years.
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3.00 Credits
Religion, churches, and the American political system. The separation of church and state and the development of religious freedom in America. Special emphasis given to the influence of religion on political tolerance, public policy, and social change. Alternate years. (Same as PSC 365)
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: REL 102 or consent of the instructor. Examination and analysis of the many different ways that Jesus has been portrayed in the Bible, in other literature, in music, and in film. Primary attention given to the significance of the different portrayals and the possible social and historical conditions that might have produced such different portraits. Alternate years.
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3.00 Credits
An examination of two interrelated issues, namely, the influences that religions have on women and the influences that women have on religions. Students will see expressions of these influences in women's art, women's writing, and women's actions in the world. Alternate years.
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Prerequisite: Senior standing, Religious Studies major. The comprehensive exam offers students the opportunity to demonstrate a certain breadth and dept of knowledge: breadth in the selection of texts and depth in their ability to engage the texts critically and constructively. The focus is on the five upper-level Religious Studies courses (including REL/PHIL 303).
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