RLST045 CM - Sikhism

Sikhism arose in North India in the 15^th century, and has since become a global religion with approximately 30 million adherents. This course will consider the historical context of Sikhism’s emergence and development in the Punjabi homeland; Sikh theology, ritual, and practice; and the Sikh diaspora in the U.S. and elsewhere. Within these areas of inquiry we will also engage with key themes from the tradition, including scripture and authority; martyrdom and violence; identity (from gender and sexuality to caste, class, and the turban); and politics (including Partition, the Khalistan movement, 1984, and Sikhs in post-9/11 America). We will watch several films and will visit a local Gurudwara (a Sikh place of worship).

Offered: Occasionally

Credit: 1

Course Number: RLST045 CM