RLST1002 - The History of God

Semester 1, 2011  |  Credit Points: 6

Coordinator: Iain Gardner
Phone: +61 2 9351 4484
Email: iain.gardner@sydney.edu.au

Description

This unit is a general introduction to the emergence of the great religious traditions in the ancient world, with specific reference to the West Asian and Mediterranean regions. The unit of study includes the ancient religions of Egypt, Persia, Greece and Rome, as well as the foundations of Judaism, Christianity and Islam. Special attention is given to the tensions between monotheism (one god) and polytheism (many gods). Students are expected to specialise in traditions and themes of their own choice in writing essays.

Assessments

1x1hr exam (30%), 1x2500wd essay (50%) and 1x tutorial presentation (20%)

Textbooks

Course Reader

Classes

2x1-hr lectures/week and 1x1-hr tutorial/week

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