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Course Description: * Introduction to the concept of religion and its development, and the study of religious sciences. * Part One: Abrahamic Religions (Judaism and Christianity). * Part Two: Living Eastern Religions in India, China, and Japan.
Credit hours: 4
Objectives of the course :

Introducing students to Abrahamic and Eastern religions historically, theologically, and in practice. Developing critical thinking skills, and a spirit of dialogue and discussion with followers of other religions.

Course outputs :

Knowledge and understanding:
1- To become familiar with the history of living religions.
2- To know the correct scientific methodology for critiquing religions.
3. To describe the doctrinal deviations in distorted religions.
Skills:
To deduce the effects of alteration in religions.
2. To deduce the difference between Islam and other religions.
3. To deduce that other religions besides Islam are invalid.
4. To use modern technology to access knowledge, conduct scientific research, and benefit from it
Values, autonomy and responsibility:
To adhere to Islamic values in his discussion with the opponent.
2. The student must possess Islamic morals, etiquette and skills for dealing with those who hold different views, and professional ethics.

Additional information:

Course Topics:
Introduction: Definition of Religion, Concept of Religion and its Development, Introduction to the Study of Religions among Muslims
Judaism, (General Introductions to Judaism, Denominations of the Jewish Religion, and its Historical Development and Religious and Political Significance) - Scriptural Sources of Legislation. .
The Historical Development of Judaism. Religious Beliefs in Judaism.
Christianity: First, the history of Christianity. Christian doctrines. Sources of the Christian religion. .
Examples of ancient and contemporary Christian denominations
Religions of the Indian Subcontinent: Introductions 1. Hinduism 2. Buddhism 3. Jainism
Religions in China, Introductions, 1- Confucianism-2- Taoism
Religions in Japan. The ancient Shinto religion
Religions of the Indian Subcontinent: Introduction, Part 1: Hinduism.

  • Last updated: 2026-04-16

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