Religion (REL) at Tidewater Community College
Distance Learning
Time of Day
Term
- REL 200 - Survey of the Old Testament
- Surveys books of the Old Testament, with emphasis on prophetic historical books. Examines the historical and geographical setting and place of the Israelites in the ancient Middle East as background to the writings.Lecture 3 hours per week.
3 credits - REL 210 - Survey of the New Testament
- Surveys books of the New Testament, with special attention upon placing the writings within their historical and geographical setting.Lecture 3 hours per week.
3 credits - REL 215 - New Testament and Early Christianity
- Surveys the history, literature, and theology of early Christianity in the light of the New Testament.Lecture 3 hours per week.
3 credits - REL 216 - Life and Teachings of Jesus
- Studies the major themes in the teachings of Jesus of Nazareth as recorded in the Gospels, and examines the events of his life in light of modern biblical and historical scholarship.Lecture 3 hours per week.
3 credits - REL 230 - Religions of the World
- Introduces the major religions of the world: Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, and Buddhism. Focuses on origins, history, basic beliefs, values, ethics, and practices. This is a Passport and UCGS transfer course.Lecture 3 hours. Total 3 hours per week.
3 credits
