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Sep 08, 2024
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PHIL 143 - Introduction to the Study of Religion (HUMD [M])
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 101A , MATH 093 /MATH 096 , READ 120 . Three hours each week. Formerly PL 203.
3 semester hours
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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