SOCI 333 - Sociology of Religion

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Exploration of the social context of religion, including an introduction to theories and methods used in the sociological investigation of religion. Questions include: How does religion impact our sense of meaning and belonging in society? What social processes relate to the formation and evolution of churches, sects, and cults? How are religious institutions in American society undergoing change? Do gender, race and social class influence religious order and behavior? What is the relationship between state and church in American society? Prereq: SOCI 100 or permission of department chair. Co-listed as RELG 333.