REL 2194 - Novel Approach to South Asian Religions

1 Course Unit(s)
In this course we will examine the main religious traditions of South Asia through the medium of novels and film. The religions that will be addressed are primarily Hinduism, although where Indian religious concepts overlap, it will include Buddhism, Jainism, Islam, and Sikhism. Students will be expected to read texts on Indian religions which will frame the reading of novels and watch films using that lens. Students will come to class prepared to discuss their religious aspects as well as the context for the religions presented in the various novels. Students will be assessed through short papers, film reviews, regular journals, and a final paper. (REG).

General Education Requirement(s): Cultural Traditions: Non-Western or Upper-level Liberal Arts
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
Pre/Corequisite(s): None