Interreligious Relations in Istanbul and Beyond: The Role of Religion in Society, State and Secularism

Utbildningsfakta

Kod: CTRB58

<p>How does religion shape society - and how is religion shaped by politics, culture, and history? In this course, you will explore these questions in one of the world’s most fascinating cities: Istanbul. </p><p>Istanbul is a place where East meets West, Christianity meets Islam, and secular ideals meet religious traditions. This course focuses on interreligious relations in Istanbul- how different religions interact, clash, or cooperate in Turkish society. You will study how Christianity and Islam have influenced politics, both historically and today. You will also learn about the challenges faced by religious minorities, and how religion can either reinforce or challenge racism and ethnic tensions. </p><p>The course is ideal for students interested in the role of religion in society, both in history and the present time. </p><p> </p>

Behörighet

Entry to the course requires that the applicant have at least 60 credits in Religious Studies, Theology, or equivalent.

Utbildningstillfällen

Varje tillfälle har egna datum och villkor. Avslutade tillfällen behålls som historik och innebär inte att en ny ansökan är öppen.

• Interreligious Relations in Istanbul and Beyond: The Role of Religion in Society, State and Secularism

  Lund University

  Lund

  Startdatum: 31 augusti 2026

  Slutdatum: 17 januari 2027

  Studietakt: 25 %