REL133
Religion, Violence, and Nonviolence
Subject code
REL
Course Number
133
Department(s)
Instructor(s)
C. Baker
Course Long Title
Religion, Violence, and Nonviolence
Description
This course explores relationships between religion and violence and between religion and nonviolence in a variety of traditions and historical contexts. Among the topics considered are theories and practices of sacrifice and scapegoating, ordeal and retribution, crusade and jihad, religious pacifism, compassion, and nonviolent resistance movements.
Modes of Inquiry
Analysis and Critique [AC], Historical and Social Inquiry [HS]
Writing Credit
No writing credit
GEC This Course Belongs To
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