World Religions

Situating religions across human history and understanding some of its recurring themes

Exploring the origins of Judaism, its traditions and holidays, and Jewish community's global diaspora today

The growth and decline of new religious movements over time, including cults, sects, and other mainstream movements

Key belief systems and practices of Hinduism from gods and goddesses to the caste system

Exploring Animism, Shamanism, and other indigenous religions and their evolution over time

An overview of Confucian teachings and moral philosophy as well as the revival of Confucianism in modern society

An introduction to the life of Prophet Muhammad, Islamic law, and the relationship of Islam with other major religions

Understanding the Biblie, major Christian denominations, and the role of the Church in Christianity

Foundations of Buddhism, its different branches, and practice in Asia and beyond

What is Taoism and who is Tao Te Ching? What are the different schools of Taoism?