PHIL 143 - Introduction to the Study of Religion

(HUMD, GEIR, GEEL, GCP)

Discusses theories of the source of religion and examines representative Eastern and Western religions. Philosophical implications of the presence of religion in human life will be explored. Assessment Level(s): ENGL 101 /ENGL 011 , MATH 050 READ 120 . Three hours each week. Formerly PL 203.

3 semester hours

May not be taken concurrently with MATH 017 or MATH 020 or MATH 045 without appropriate Math assessment score.

Course Outcomes:
Upon course completion, a student will be able to:

Discuss humankind’s shared knowledge and wisdom of perennial questions about religion.
Analyze the language of religion and faith and analyze the influence of language and cultures on one’s faith and perspective of the world.
Critically evaluate the proofs for the existence of God and various religious cultures’ treatment of the problem of evil.
Distinguish various religious cultures’ world views including notions of the divine and human nature of society, faith and belief, and the status of women and minorities in religious cultures.
Compare and contrast modern trends in religious issues and interests in a multicultural and multinational society.

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