Cults or New Religious Movements

3 credits

This course examines beliefs and practices of some emerging new religions including New Age, Wicca, Neo-paganism, Scientology, Unification Church, UFO groups, Solar Temple, Transcendental Meditation and Soka Gakai. The emphasis will be upon the historical roots and teachings of new religions, and issues related to their popularity and interpretation. ***Prerequisite: Completion of 12 credit hours or RLST 100.*** *Note: Students may receive credit for one of RLST 268 or RLST 390AX.*