Cults

A comprehensive overview of the characteristics and doctrines of both major and minor cults including major world religions. The course is comprised of both comparative studies and actual case histories. Cults and world religions are grouped into categories based upon characteristics and doctrinal views, then explored in both summary and detail. Special emphasis is given to doctrinal comparisons between cult dogma and the scriptures. Students will gain a familiarization and practical knowledge of cults and major world religions along with their impact upon societies.