RELI0170Y-F15
Religion in America
Discussion
Religion in America AR
America often has been defined paradoxically as both the "most religious" and "least religious" of nations. This course, a historical survey of American religious life, will trace the unique story of American religion from colonial times to the present. Guiding our exploration will be the ideas of "contact," "conflict," and "combination." Along the way, we will examine the varieties of religious experiences and traditions that have shaped and been shaped by American culture such as, Native American traditions, Puritan life and thought, evangelicalism, immigration, African-American religious experience, women's movements, and the on-going challenges of religious diversity. Readings include sermons, essays, diaries and fiction, as well as secondary source material. 2 hrs. lect./1 hr. disc.
America often has been defined paradoxically as both the "most religious" and "least religious" of nations. This course, a historical survey of American religious life, will trace the unique story of American religion from colonial times to the present. Guiding our exploration will be the ideas of "contact," "conflict," and "combination." Along the way, we will examine the varieties of religious experiences and traditions that have shaped and been shaped by American culture such as, Native American traditions, Puritan life and thought, evangelicalism, immigration, African-American religious experience, women's movements, and the on-going challenges of religious diversity. Readings include sermons, essays, diaries and fiction, as well as secondary source material. 2 hrs. lect./1 hr. disc.
- Term:
- Fall 2015
- Location:
- Sunderland Lanuage Ctr 202(SDL 202)
- Schedule:
- 10:10am-11:00am on Friday (Sep 16, 2015 to Dec 11, 2015)
- Type:
- Discussion
- Instructors:
- E. Rochford
- Subject:
- Religion
- Department:
- Religion
- Division:
- Humanities
- Requirements Fulfilled:
- Levels:
- Undergraduate
- Cross-Listed As:
- HIST0170Y-F15
- Availability:
- View availability, prerequisites, and other requirements.
- Course Reference Number (CRN):
- 90950
- Subject Code:
- RELI
- Course Number:
- 0170
- Section Identifier:
- Y