Religious Literacy: Traditions and Scriptures

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Religious Literacy: Traditions and Scriptures

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Religious Literacy: Traditions and Scriptures
The course Religious Literacy: Traditions and Scriptures is an online class provided by Harvard University through edX. The skill level of the course is Introductory. It may be possible to receive a verified certification or use the course to prepare for a degree.

Learn how to better understand the rich and complex ways that religions function in historic and contemporary contexts.

Course description

The study of religion is the study of a rich and fascinating dimension of human experience that includes but goes well beyond beliefs and ritual practices. In this religion course, learners explore case studies about how religions are internally diverse, how they evolve and change through time, and how religions are embedded in all dimensions of human experience. We’ll explore these tenets through the lens of scripture and through themes such as gender and sexuality, art, violence and peace, science, and power and authority. Join peers from around the world to embark on this journey to better understand religion in human affairs.

Prerequisites & Facts

Religious Literacy: Traditions and Scriptures

Course Topic

History, Humanities

University, College, Institution

Harvard University

Course Skill Level

Introductory

Course Language

English

Place of class

Online, self-paced (see curriculum for more information)

Degree

Certificate

Degree & Cost

Religious Literacy: Traditions and Scriptures

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School: Harvard University
Topic: History, Humanities