Religion (REL) at Piedmont Virginia 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 - REL 233 - Introduction to Islam
- Studies Islam in its historical, religious and political dimensions and assists in the understanding of its contemporary vitality and attraction as a faith, a culture and a way of life. Provides exposure to Muslim culture and religious practices through an experiential element.Lecture 3 hours. Total 3 hours per week.
3 credits - REL 237 - Religions of the East
- Studies major religious traditions originating in India and East Asia, including Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, Sikhism, Confucianism, Daoism and Shinto. Examines origins, values, ethics, teachings, and practices. This is a Passport and UCGS transfer course.Lecture 3 hours. Total 3 hours per week.
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