Introduction to Religious Studies: Ancient, Abrahamic, and Secular Religions HUM 130 (3)

Introduction to concepts central to the academic study of religion, exploring various relevant methodologies. Provides a framework for understanding the many ways in which humans experience the phenomenon of the sacred through symbol, ritual, doctrine, and engagement, in a variety of religious traditions and cultures. Presents case studies in Ancient (Greek, Mesopotamian, and Egyptian), Abrahamic (Judaism, Christianity, and Islam), and secular (post-) religions. Breadth-Humanities.