Read the Preface (note the map) and Chapter 1 in Molloy; look over the 'time lines' inside the covers; note Key Terms and definitions listed at the end of each chapter.

Study Questions; consider as you read chapter 1

    What 8 elements are manifested in varying degrees in all religions (pg 4).

  What is the definition of religion according to world religion scholars?

 What different disciplines are employed in the study of religion? 

What is the value of studying other religious traditions?

Key Terms : animism, atheism, immanent, transcendent, polytheism  

LOOKING AHEAD - FOR EACH RELIGION, YOU WILL FIND INFORMATION REGARDING THE  SERVICES RELATED TO THAT SPECIFIC TRADITION.  You may attend any week during the course, but I encourage you to get started planning your visit and not wait until the final week to attend a service.