From Ishtar to Christ: The History of Mediterranean Religions

This course introduces students to the historical facts of 10 ancient Mediterranean religions in a context that trains them to study religions more generally. It also teaches them how two of the most prominent religions today--Judaism and Christianity--succeeded within a richly diverse religious marketplace, and how religions respond to their political, economic, and social environments. Prereq: Not open to students with credit for Clas 2222. Cross-listed in Clas.