Prerequisites: upper-division standing or consent of instructor
Description: Explores the capacity of religion to mobilize and legitimate violence. Materials covered include theoretical texts by Rene Girard, Walter Burkert, Jonathan Z. Smith, and others, and case studies dealing with religion and violence in India, Northern Ireland, Egypt, Lebanon, Israel, Palestine, Sri Lanka, and the United States.
Referenced in
- Global Studies — Major Requirements
- Global Studies — Minor
- Middle East and Islamic Studies — Major Requirements
- Middle East and Islamic Studies — Minor
- Middle East and Islamic Studies Designated Emphasis — Designated Emphasis Requirements
- Peace and Conflict Studies Minor
- Religious Studies — Major Requirements
- Religious Studies — Minor