Previous Course Number:
RLG245H1
Hours:
24L
An historical introduction to the religious traditions that flourished along the Silk Road, including Zoroastrianism, Manichaeism, Nestorian Christianity, Judaism, Buddhism and Islam. Drawing on a variety of sources (textual, archaeological, works of art), the course will focus on the spread and development of these traditions through the medieval period. Issues include cross-cultural exchange, religious syncretism, ethnic identity formation and so on. Emphasis will also be placed on religious and political events in modern Central Asia.
Prerequisite:
Completion of 4.0 credits
Exclusion:
Distribution Requirements:
Humanities
Breadth Requirements:
Thought, Belief and Behaviour (2)
Program Area Section: