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Religion in Modern America (udemy)

Course Description This course explores the various religions present in our pluralistic society, and how they coexist in American culture. This course explores the Judeo-Christian foundation of American religion as well as the many other traditions that influence the landscape like Islam, Mormonism, New Religious Movements, and New Age. We Read more

By udemy, 11 yearsOctober 3, 2015 ago

Ancient Israel by Daniel Fleming (New York University)

Source: New York University Fleming’s ancient Israel is strange, sometimes shocking, diverse, and mostly hidden. It can be approached from archaeology and non-biblical writing as well as from the Bible as its most famous artifact. Fleming is a biblical scholar and student of ancient literature, so this class will lean Read more

By New York University, 11 yearsSeptember 28, 2015 ago

The Hebrew Scriptures in Judaism and Christianity (Harvard University)

This course surveys how the interpretation (and reinterpretation) of these books spawned two rival cultural systems, Judaism and Christianity. The issues addressed are: 1) What are the truth claims of Judaism and Christianity? 2) In the first centuries of our era, how did Jewish biblical interpretation differ from Christian? 3) Read more

By Harvard University, 11 years ago

The Hebrew Bible (Harvard University)

A major subtext of the course is the distinction between how the Bible was read by ancient interpreters (whose interpretations became the basis for many iconic literary and artistic works of Western Civilization) and how it is approached by modern bible scholarship. James Kugel, former Harvard professor and author of Read more

By Harvard University, 11 years ago

Jews and Christians throughout History (University of Notre Dame)

How did a negative image of Judaism develop within Christianity? In what ways did these unfavorable teachings contribute toward violence against the Jews over the centuries? What is the relationship between Christian anti-Jewish teachings and Anti-Semitism? Is there any corresponding Jewish hostility towards Christians? In what ways have Jewish authors Read more

By University of Notre Dame, 11 years ago

Science, Magic and Religion: Antiquity to the Present (University of California, Los Angeles)

This course traces the evolution of these powerful belief systems from their roots in antiquity, gaining appreciation for just how historically entwined these concepts are and why they ultimately diverged under the pressures of modernity. Learn more about this religious online course and register on University of California, Los Angeles Read more

By University of California Los Angeles, 11 yearsSeptember 28, 2015 ago

Praying for Justice and Peace (Spirituality & Practice)

Source: Spirituality & Practice Praying for justice and peace is one response to the situations in the world, and it is available to everyone. But many of us are unsure how to pray and what to pray for. We may question the efficacy of prayer and wonder about a God Read more

By Spirituality and Practice, 11 years ago

Practicing Spirituality with Jesus (Spirituality & Practice)

Source: Spirituality & Practice You are invited to explore these lessons during this 40-email course. Each email will contain a thought-provoking thought about Jesus for your reflection and a practice suggestion inspired by the quote. These are concrete ways for people of all traditions to express their respect and love Read more

By Spirituality and Practice, 11 years ago

Practicing Spirituality with Rumi (Spirituality & Practice)

Source: Spirituality & Practice This 40-part e-course offer quotations from Rumi’s poetry and practices suggested by his teachings. It is our hope that our choices from the great bounty of Rumi’s words will help us all cultivate heart, passion, joy, personal transformation, and renewed devotion. May each email be a Read more

By Spirituality and Practice, 11 years ago

Practicing Spirituality with Henri J. M. Nouwen (Spirituality & Practice)

Source: Spirituality & Practice Nouwen’s journey of Christian faith was built on his confidence in a loving and graceful God who speaks to us through community and our service of others. He was a social activist and peacemaker who constantly took the pulse of the world and paid attention to Read more

By Spirituality and Practice, 11 years ago