World Religions

This course provides an introductory level overview of the five major world religions, namely, African Traditional Religions, Islam, Judaism, Hinduism, and Buddhism. Together, these five religions cover a large proportion of the World's non-Christian population. By the end of this course you should be able to:

• Describe important characteristics of the African people and the differing religious views they hold.
• Identify and explain pertinent aspects of Islam.
• Explain Jewish Messianic expectations and views about Jesus Christ.
• Demonstrate understanding of the foundations and key influences of Buddhism.
• Explain the origins, worldview, and major points of the belief system of the Hindu people.