Course - Religions of the Middle East - RVI1030
Religions of the Middle East
About
About the course
Course content
The course includes a historical and comparative study of contemporary religions originating from the Middle East, with a particular focus on Judaism and Islam, in addition to Christianity in the light of its religious presence in the Middle East.
An emphasis is placed on the correlation between religion, culture, and society in the region, especially with respect to religious minorities. The course also accounts for the appearance of Judaism and Islam in the various countries and regions where they are found.
Learning outcome
The course will provide the student with a basic understanding of the historical conditions and importance of the various relevant religions and minorities, and account for their present condition and development. For more information about the assessment, we refer students to the section's description of the grading scale. The description of the grading scale is found on the department's web pages and in hard copy.
Learning methods and activities
The instruction consists of lectures.
Required previous knowledge
None.
Course materials
The required reading list will be available at the beginning of the semester.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From |
|---|---|---|
| HFKRL213 | 15 sp | |
| HFRVI111 | 15 sp |
Subject areas
- Comparative Religion