RLST 4200

Religion and the Environment

This course will examine the historical and contemporary attitudes and actions of religion in responding to environmental concerns. We will investigate four worldviews in particular: Native American traditions, Christianity, Judaism and Buddhism and also consider how these traditions interact with public policy debates and their position on current environmental issues. This course will consider ethical and moral approaches, philosophical principles and movements including ecofeminism to provide tools for dialogue and critical thinking around ecological challenges. Cross-listed with RLST 5200.

Units: 3.0

Hours: 3 to 3