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RELI0372A-S19

Theories of American Religion

Theories of American Religion
Since the modern academy’s inception, the Americas have been a laboratory for theorists of the human condition. This is particularly true in the field of religion, where Americans have played both scientist and specimen in the process of understanding homo religiosus. In this course we will study theories of religion as a series of dialogues between theorist and subject. We will begin by reading primary theoretical texts and proceed into experiencing the theorist’s human “evidence” in the fullness of their context. Sections will include theorists that range from Emile Durkheim and William James to Roger Bastide, Fernando Ortiz, and Thomas Tweed. 3 hrs lect/dsc.
Course Reference Number (CRN):
22433
Subject Code:
RELI
Course Number:
0372
Section Identifier:
A

Course

RELI 0372

All Sections in Spring 2019

Spring 2019

RELI0372A-S19 Lecture (Doran)