RELG 135 — Religion in the Middle East
In this course students will learn about the diverse religious traditions and communities of the Middle East. The course examines how religion has significantly influenced the societies, cultures, political institutions, gender roles, legal codes, and economies of various regions in the Middle East, particularly Iraq, Egypt, the Arabian Peninsula, Palestine, Iran, Syria, Turkey, Lebanon, and Israel. Special attention will be paid to the role of religion as a force of stability and instability in the region, a significant marker of identity, the status of religious minorities, and the challenge of nationhood. (CSU/UC) (AA/AS-3, Cal-GETC-3B)