Overview: This course is a comparative study of some of the major world religions, including Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucianism, and Taoism. The course addresses the historical origin, growth, major doctrines, rituals, and philosophical presuppositions of each religion under discussion.

PowerPoints:

Hinduism

Buddhism

Taoism

Confucianism

Judaism

Intro/Basic Ideas

Biblical "Judaism"

Rabbinic Judaism

Medieval Judaism

Festivals/Rituals

Modern Judaism

Christianity

Islam

Atheism

 

 

Syllabus

Assignment Schedule

Policies and Procedures

Midterm Study Guide

Topics for Essay #1

Topics for Essay #2

Topics for Essay #3

Bagger Vance Clips:

Trailer

The Field

The Woods

Best of Alan Watts

Tu Weiming Video Clips