RELC 2215

Mormonism and American Culture

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Course Description

Discipline(s): Cultures & Societies of the World / Historical Perspectives

This course is designed to add substantive depth to a general understanding of American religious pluralism and insight into the socio-historical context of American religion through the study of Mormonism. In addition to introducing Mormonism's basic beliefs and practices, the course will explore issues raised by Mormonism's move toward the American mainstream while retaining its religious identity and cultural distinctiveness.