RELS 230

This course offers a comparative examination of social and ritual practices, religious beliefs, and emotional responses surrounding death in various cultural contexts. Students will explore diverse perspectives on death, addressing questions such as the meaning of death, the concept of a good death, rituals and practices related to death, and the afterlife. Through critical analysis and self-reflection, students will gain a deeper understanding of death’s significance in different cultures and traditions. Credit will be granted for only one of RELS 230 or RELS 298 (2024-2025). Three credits. Offered 2026-2027.