Courses

REL 150 Introduction to Major World Religions

Introduction to the world’s major religions: Primitive, Hinduism, Buddhism, Shinto, Confucianism, Taoism, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Field trips may be required outside class time. WCC: FGC
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REL 151 Religion and the Meaning of Existence

Introduction to basic issues of the question of the meaning of human existence. Emphasis is placed upon the student analyzing his/her own beliefs and exploring alternative answers. WCC: DH
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REL 199V Independent Study: Jainism

This is a 3 credit independent study to prepare students who plan to participate in the International Summer School for Jain Studies (ISSJS) one-month study abroad in India program and for students interested in learning more about Jainism.

REL 202 Understanding Indian Religions

Historical survery of the teachings and practices of the major religious traditions of India. WCC: DH Will be offered as a Writing Intensive (WI) course in the Fall 2007. Prerequisites: Placement in English 100. Recommended Preparation: Religion 150 or 151
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REL 205 Understanding Hawaiian Religion

Major Hawaiin religious teachings and practices from ancient times to the present. Investigation of cultural influence of Hawaiian religious beliefs; analysis of religious texts and relation to other traditions. This course may be applied to the B.A. language/culture core requirements at UH Manoa. WCC: DH Taught by Liko Hoe.

REL 207 Understanding Buddhism

Survey of major forms and practices of Buddhism. WCC: DH Will be offered as a Writing Intensive (WI) course in the Spring 2008. Prerequisites: Placement in English 100. Recommended Preparation: Religion 150 or 151

200 Level Courses in the Works

Religion and Nature
Sacred Places
Religion and the Media