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HINDUISM

ASIAN/RELIGST 306
Course Description

A historical survey of Hindu scriptures, rituals, philosophies, and ethics from the ancient to the contemporary world. Concepts such as karma, yoga, and reincarnation will be put in the broader contexts of Hindu theism, worship, and law. Not open to students who completed RELIG ST 355 prior to Fall 2019.

Prerequisties

Sophomore standing

Satisfies

This course does not satisfy any prerequisites.

Credits

Not Reported

Offered

Not Reported

Grade Point Average
3

-6.72% from Historical

Completion Rate
96.15%

4.64% from Historical

A Rate
46.15%

-5.13% from Historical

Class Size
26

-29.73% from Historical

Cumulative Grade Distribution

Instructors (2025 Fall)

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