While the practice of religion in Africa is as diverse as its people, three major belief systems define the practice: African Traditional Religion, Islam, and Christianity. This course will examine classical and contemporary definitions of African Traditional Religion/s and the introduction and adaptations of Islam and Christianity in Africa, as well as religious practices in the African Diaspora. Prereq: Not open to students with credit for AfAmASt 4342. Cross-listed in AfAmASt. GE cultures and ideas and diversity global studies course. GE theme traditions, cultures, and transformations course.
While the practice of religion in Africa is as diverse as its people, three major belief systems define the practice: African Traditional Religion, Islam, and Christianity. This course will examine classical and contemporary definitions of African Traditional Religion/s and the introduction and adaptations of Islam and Christianity in Africa, as well as religious practices in the African Diaspora. Prereq: Not open to students with credit for AfAmASt 4342. Cross-listed in AfAmASt. GE cultures and ideas and diversity global studies course. GE theme traditions, cultures, and transformations course.
