LIBRARY
UE: REL 223HM: Religions of the World I: Western Religions: Module 7
A study of Western religions, including religions of non-literate societies and ancient religions, Judaism, Christianity and Islam.
Objectives
At the conclusion of this module, students will be able to:
- Explain events and practices in the Hajj.
- Discuss the historical context from which Islam arose.
- Explain the five pillars of Islam.
- Discuss the relationship of Judaism and Christianity to Islam.
- Develop a vocabulary necessary for the discussion of Islam.
Assignments
| Action | Assignment | Due no later than |
| Read | Sacred Paths of the West, Chapters 12, 13, and 14 | |
| Complete | Vocabulary exercise (optional) | |
| View | Hajj video | |
| Post | Initial response to the discussion question | Thursday 11:59 PM EST/EDT |
| Post | Responses to at least two classmates | Sunday 11:59 PM EST/EDT |
| Submit | Journal assignment | Sunday 11:59 PM EST/EDT |
| Begin | Studying for the final exam | Module 8 |
Books of Interest
The Hajj by Call Number: BP187.3 .P475 1994ISBN: 0691021201Publication Date: 1994-04-01Print Book – available for check out in the Library (2nd floor).
An Introduction to Islam by Call Number: BP161.2 .D46 1994ISBN: 0023285192Publication Date: 1993-07-12Print Book – available for check out in the Library (2nd floor).
