World Religions

Day 1 (1/16): Introduction to World Religions. See slideshow below for some of the introductory concepts discussed:

Day 2 (1/17):

• Review concepts of Judaism (discussed in Unit 3)
• Introduce the Roots of Christianity / View Crash Course Video
• Read text Ch. 6.3 (p. 168-172)

Day 3 (1/18) Overview of the Origins of Christianity

• refer to the slideshow below for major items discussed.

Day 4 (1/21) The Origins of Islam

• View video clip below and Read Chapter 10.1 The Rise of Islam
• Assignment: Chapter 10.1 Notes

Day 5 (1/22)

• Finish discussion of Islam
• Assignment: Read text Chapter 3.2 (Hinduism and Buddhism Develop)

Days 6-7 (1/23 -1/25)

• Class discussion -- Hinduism and Buddhism
• World Religions Exam