HIST 314 - African Religions

When Offered: F, S, SS

3 Credit(s)
3 Lecture Hour(s)
0 Lab Hour(s)

This course will present a systematic survey of the attitudes of mind and belief that have evolved in many African societies. The course would discuss issues such as the African view of the universe, how god is approached by people, rituals and festivals, morals in African religion, as well as death and the hereafter. The course would also analyze the African contributions to major world religions - Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.