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SOCI 3314 - Sociology of Religion: Polytheism and Eastern Religions

Credits: 3
This is a Sociological study of religion specifically covering the Eastern Religions (e.g. Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, Confucianism, Shintoism) and Polytheistic religions.  Perspectives found in Sociological theories of religion that are relevant to the study of these religions will be emphasized.  An analysis of the interrelationships of these religions with major social institutions and how these interrelationships develop over time will be a major theme of this course. Prereq: SOCI 1101 3 lecture hours