This course is an introduction to the religious history of America. We will explore the historical development of the primary religious traditions in America, especially Protestantism, Catholicism, and Judaism, as well as the formative influence of religion among women, African Americans, and American Indians. Principal themes include pluralism, the impact of religious disestablishment, revivalism and reform, theological movements, and religious innovation.

This syllabus was created for the Young Scholars in American Religion program.

Jonathan Baer
Author

Wabash College
Institution

Private College or University
Institution Type

Syllabus
Resource Type

Undergraduate Course
Class Type

2005
Date Published

Religious Studies, History
Discipline

Buddhism, Catholic, Judaism, Protestant
Religous Tradition

Gender/Women/ Sexuality, Immigration/Refugees, Pluralism/Secularism/Culture Wars, Race/Ethnicity, Nationalism/War/Civil Religion
Topics