This course will examine the history of religious ideas in the West for the last half-millennium. The course will ask students to participate extensively in thinking the recent history, influences upon, and influences of Western religion by shared discussion and exchange rather than solely by lecture. Presentations will be given during Friday classes and will be followed by discussion. Creativity is encouraged.
Responses are to raise relevant ideas and issues, as well as challenges, difficulties, or questions.
Papers should be succinct, well-argued, and properly documented. Paper topics must be approved no later than April 1. Check Reserve . Taylor, Mark C., Ed. Critical Terms for Religious Studies.