REL 1150 - Spirituality and the Arts

Goals: To identify and explore religious and spiritual themes, symbolism, and ideas in selected works from the visual, literary and performing arts. To introduce methods of interpretation from different disciplines for interpreting the works of art.

Content: The works of art selected (such as poetry, stories, film, visual art, drama music) and the emphasis on particular topics and themes vary from semester to semester. When possible, the class will consider one or more current works of art in the Twin Cities. The course emphasizes how these works of art (whether they are overtly religious or not) express ideas about spirituality, religion, and social issues. The course is designed to give class participants an opportunity to explore how art and spirituality impact their own lives.
Taught: Alternate years or triennially.