Philosophy & World Religions

1259 Philosophy & World Religions

Grades 11-12 .5 Credit College Prep

How does a belief system unite a people? How is religion manifest in the daily lives of some people?

Philosophy & World Religions will be split into two distinct, yet related sections - Philosophy for the first quarter, World Religions for the second term. This introductory course will examine the history of philosophy by reading, watching films, and discussing classics of thought. Then, for the second half of course, students will weigh and consider the great religions of the world, and their response to life’s biggest questions.

This course is a respectful study of major world religions and selected regional religions that will give the student the basic elements of the subject. The major characteristics, the forms of expressions and the contributions of religion to society will be analyzed. There will be a dedicated emphasis on the analysis of faith, beliefs, rituals, symbolism, and social organization of religions. The course will attempt to foster a respect for the differences in religious belief and spirituality in and beyond the community.