HU0931 Introduction to World Religions

This course is a general introduction to the major religions of the world: Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucianism, Taoism, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Students will explore the major perspectives in each tradition: the historical backgrounds, the key stories, the lives of the founders, the basic theological concepts, teachings, and practices as well as variations within each faith. Students will also explore each religion through a generous sampling of works of art. In addition to textbook readings and discussions, students will view and evaluate films and documentaries, work with concepts of geography important to the origin and spread of the religions, and encounter actual practitioners of each tradition who will visit the classroom to speak of their beliefs and to answer questions. Credits: 0