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Syllabus
HUM/130 Version 5
Religions of the World
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Course Description
This course studies the major religions of the world. Topical areas include Buddhism, Christianity, Confucianism, Hinduism, Indigenous Cultures, Islam, Judaism, and Taoism. Students will be objectively studying the origins and major figures and comparing and contrasting each of the major religions. During this course each student will visit a religious site and interview a person of an unfamiliar faith.
Course Topics & Objectives
Week One: The Religious Response
• Recognize ways in which organized religion influences people’s lives.
• Define common terms related to the study of religion.
Week Two: Indigenous Sacred Ways
• Describe the importance of relationships to indigenous religions.
• Identify examples of roles and observances held sacred by indigenous peoples.
Week Three: Hinduism
• Describe the Hindu philosophical systems and forms of worship.
• Explain the origins of Hinduism.
Week Four: Buddhism
• Explain the origins of Buddhism.
• Describe Buddhism’s theological foundations and spiritual practices.
Week Five: Daoism, Confucianism, and Judaism
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Axia College
Syllabus
HUM/130 Version 5
Religions of the World
Copyright
Copyright © 2009, 2007, 2006 by University of Phoenix. All rights reserved.
University of Phoenix® is a registered trademark of Apollo Group, Inc. in the United States and/or other countries.
Microsoft®, Windows®, and Windows NT® are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. All other company and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Use of these marks is not intended to imply endorsement, sponsorship, or affiliation.
Edited in accordance with University of Phoenix® editorial standards and practices.
Course Description
This course studies the major religions of the world. Topical areas include Buddhism, Christianity, Confucianism, Hinduism, Indigenous Cultures, Islam, Judaism, and Taoism. Students will be objectively studying the origins and major figures and comparing and contrasting each of the major religions. During this course each student will visit a religious site and interview a person of an unfamiliar faith.
Course Topics & Objectives
Week One: The Religious Response
• Recognize ways in which organized religion influences people’s lives.
• Define common terms related to the study of religion.
Week Two: Indigenous Sacred Ways
• Describe the importance of relationships to indigenous religions.
• Identify examples of roles and observances held sacred by indigenous peoples.
Week Three: Hinduism
• Describe the Hindu philosophical systems and forms of worship.
• Explain the origins of Hinduism.
Week Four: Buddhism
• Explain the origins of Buddhism.
• Describe Buddhism’s theological foundations and spiritual practices.
Week Five: Daoism, Confucianism, and Judaism
•... [continues]
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