RELS 1005 Survey of the World Religions

Credits: 2

Number of Weeks: 17

Typically offered in: Fall

We live in a global culture where people of all races and nations travel far and wide and mingle easily in person and on the Internet. In the midst of this global melting pot it is important for anyone to have a basic familiarity with the predominant cultures and beliefs on this planet.

This course is designed to give you a good working knowledge of the major religious beliefs and practices that shape the worldviews of large segments of the global population. After a brief review of native religion and some of the religions of the ancient worlds, including Egyptian, Greek, Persian and Norse religions, you will spend quality time on what are considered the seven major world religions: Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucianism, Taoism, Judaism, Christianity and Islam.

Selected source text readings and enlightening teachings on the mystical essence on each of the world religions will round out your understanding and give you the confidence to strike up a conversation with any adherents of these religions who may cross your path.

Students will be assessed on the following course assignments:

Assignments

% of Final Grade

Forum posts 20%
Quizzes 40%
Final Paper 40%
TOTAL 100%

 

Hours per week: Students should plan to set aside 7-9 hours per week to complete their weekly course work. There are eight units in this course. Students are expected to complete one unit every two weeks.

Textbook Information: RELS 1005 Textbook Information Sheet [PDF]

To take this course, you must be a credit or audit student in the SU Online School of Theology and Spiritual Studies, and it must be a required or elective component of your program of study. Click here to learn more about the School of Theology. Interested in applying to the school? Visit our Application Process page to apply today!

This information is subject to change without notice.

 

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