HIS 304 American Religious History
From the founding of the British colonies to the end of the twentieth century, religion has played a central role in America’s cultural history. In addition, over its history American culture has influenced religious beliefs and traditions. This course will examine the role that religion has played in American life and the ways that America has transformed religious traditions since the seventeenth century from a Christian perspective as compared to other worldviews and perspectives. This course will also evaluate multiple historiographical interpretations of the religious movements in American history. (3 credits)