World Religions and Christian Theology

Abstract

This subject advances students' understanding of Christianity within the broader religious contexts of Australian society and the contemporary world, through a study of the sacred texts, history, and contemporary outlook of the major world religions. This subject also introduces students to the different methodological approaches to religious studies and analyses … For more content click the Read More button below.

This subject advances students' understanding of Christianity within the broader religious contexts of Australian society and the contemporary world, through a study of the sacred texts, history, and contemporary outlook of the major world religions. This subject also introduces students to the different methodological approaches to religious studies and analyses how different Christian traditions have reflected theologically on religious pluralism.

Syllabus

The nature of religionThe history and development of religious studies as an academic disciplineBasic assumptions in the study of religionThe Theology of Religions: exclusivism, inclusivism, and pluralism approachesThe history and development of religions in Asia: Hinduism, Buddhism, Sikhism and JainismThe history and development of religions in the Middle East: Judaism, … For more content click the Read More button below.

The nature of religion
The history and development of religious studies as an academic discipline
Basic assumptions in the study of religion
The Theology of Religions: exclusivism, inclusivism, and pluralism approaches
The history and development of religions in Asia: Hinduism, Buddhism, Sikhism and Jainism
The history and development of religions in the Middle East: Judaism, Islam, Zoroastrianism and minority religions
World Religions in Australia
New religious movements
Indigenous religions

Assessment items

1. Case Study Essay

2. Comparative Study

Learning outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:

be able to demonstrate a broad and coherent knowledge of the major tenets of contemporary world religions;

be able to research, contextualise and communicate differences between one religious system with another;

be able to make informed use of religious terminology which is fundamental to some religious traditions;

be able to articulate the relevance and implications of contemporary manifestations of world religions;

be able to analyse and critically evaluate the methods of religious studies as a discipline;

to be able to critically review and analyse various Christian theological approaches to world religions;

be able to appreciate the variety of religious experience in the contemporary Australia; and

be able to demonstrate self-guided learning, including advanced research, writing and communication skills.

Enrolment restrictions

Not available to students who have taken THL487 World Religions and Christian Theology.

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