REL 5480 - Hindu Mythology

Credit Hour(s): 3

Course Description: Exploration of the following questions: What is myth and why is it significant for the study of religion? Can we speak of a Hindu mythology? How have Hindus organized their sacred narratives and what kinds of religious themes do these stories convey? How are Hindu sacred narratives related to Hindu beliefs and practices? How have scholars analyzed Hindu mythic traditions? What intellectual issues are at stake in reading mythology across cultures?

Enrollment Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional.

Course Level: Graduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture/Recitation Combination

Grade Mode: Standard