HIST 483 (01) - History of World Religions

History of World Religions

Durham   Liberal Arts :: History
Credits: 4.0
Term: Fall 2021 - Full Term (08/30/2021 - 12/13/2021)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading
Class Size:   30  
CRN: 16598
Introduces the religions of the world in terms of historical development, relationship to society, belief system, central texts, and ritual practices. Begins with the religions of small and tribal societies (e.g., African, Native American), moves through religions of complex societies (e.g., Hinduism), and then studies the various traditions that emanated from ancient revelations: Zoroastrianism, Buddhism, Judaism, Christianity, Islam, and certain new forms of Christianity. Course meets History major requirement for Group III.
Department Approval Required. Contact Academic Department for permission then register through Webcat.
Equivalent(s): HIST 483W, RS 483, RS 483W
Only listed campus in section: Durham, Manchester
Attributes: Historical Perspectives(Disc)
Instructors: Funso Afolayan

Times & Locations

Start Date End Date Days Time Location
8/30/2021 12/13/2021 MW 10:40am - 12:00pm HORT 215