A study of the major world religions--Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam--their history, beliefs, festivals and practices as well as their place in the contemporary world. The nature of religion and its place in the human experience will also be considered.

A survey of the New Testament. Consideration will be given to the data and authorship; the historical, political and cultural background of the New Testament; and the bearing of archaeological discoveries on New testament studies. The Apostolic Fathers and other post-New Testament literature will be reviewed.