RST 129 From Cloister to CrossFit: Religion in the Medieval and Modern World

RST 129 From Cloister to CrossFit: Religion in the Medieval and Modern World

3 Credits

Thursday, January 18, 2024 - Thursday, May 9, 2024

Delivery Method:

Online: Thursdays, 3:00 - 4:45 p.m. 

In-Person: Saturdays, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (Dates TBD)

What makes a medieval monastary different from a modern-day brewery or gym? What is religion? What is seculalrism? This course covers medieval and modern religions through critical reading of texts, films and artwork drawn primarily from Christianity, but also neighboring traditions (Judaism, indigenous religions) and modern movements (science, nation-building).