THEOREL 313
Special Topic: Ethnic and religious identity in the state of Israel
Please note: this is archived course information from 2017 for THEOREL 313.
Description
Considers the complex meaning of identity in relation to religion in the state of Israel. Students will explore the evolution of Judaism and the role civil religions play in national movements. Topics may include cultural markers in ethnic groups; religious rituals and practice; political expression of religious ideology; religious war within the state of Israel today and its ramifications.
Availability 2017
Not taught in 2017
Lecturer(s)
Coordinator(s) Orna Weinroth
Assessment
Coursework only
Points
THEOREL 313: 15 points
Prerequisites
30 points at Stage II
Restrictions
THEOREL 213