Provides an introduction to Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucianism, Taoism, Islam, Judaism, Christianity, and the native traditions of the Americas, Australia, Africa, and Oceania.
Islam, as a faith and as a political power, rose to world dominance in an astoundingly brief time span,little more than one hundred years. From the fascinating events of Muhammads life to the founding of a vast empire, the rise of Islam is the story of a people, a vibrant culture, and the growth of a civilization. Without Islams contributions.
In the face of competing religious claims in our shrinking world, many turn to dialogue as a hopeful way of fostering understanding and reducing violence. But why does actual dialogue so often fail? This provocative essay investigates the possibilities and limits of interreligious dialogue. By showing the significant obstacles for dialogue within Christianity, the book also proposes ways in which these obstacles may be overcome from within. Major themes include Humility, Conviction, Interconnection, Empathy, and Generosity.
In this course students are not engaged primarily in learning about the Catholic faith tradition, but about other religious traditions. For many students this is the first time they have sustained exposure to other religious traditions, especially those of the east. An open mind and heart as well as respect for the "other" is very important for each student to have as they strive to learn as much as they can from this course.
