Religion Courses and Certifications

The Bible's Prehistory, Purpose, and Political Future

36 ratings

With its walls razed to ground by Babylon’s armies, Jerusalem joined a long line of ancient vanquished cities—from Ur and Nineveh and Persepolis to Babylon itself. While some recovered from the destruction, others did not.

• Coursera
• 20 hours 9 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

• Best of All Time

Philosophy, Science and Religion: Religion and Science

70 ratings

Explore the intersection of religion and science through expert discussions on cosmology, Buddhism, evolution, theology, and human uniqueness, examining compatibility and philosophical implications.

• Coursera
• 1 day 2 hours 39 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

• Best of All Time

A Journey through Western Christianity: from Persecuted Faith to Global Religion (200 - 1650)

699 ratings at Coursera

Explore Western Christianity's journey from persecution to global influence, examining key figures, theological developments, and cultural interactions that shaped its evolution from 200 to 1650 CE.

• Coursera
• 1 day 21 hours 20 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Philosophy, Science and Religion: Philosophy and Religion

23 ratings

Explore the complex relationship between philosophy, science, and religion through key questions on conflicts, cognitive science, belief, fundamentalism, and knowledge sharing in this thought-provoking course.

• Coursera
• 1 day 1 hour 49 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Religion and Thought in Modern China: the Song, Jin, and Yuan

50 ratings at Coursera

Explore the evolution of Chinese thought and religion during the Song, Jin, and Yuan dynasties, examining cultural shifts, state control, and the interplay between Confucianism, Buddhism, and Daoism.

• Coursera
• 1 day 4 hours 6 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Religion 101: Intro to World Religions

Explore major world religions' histories, origins, rituals, and core beliefs through engaging video lessons and self-assessment tools, gaining a comprehensive understanding of diverse faith traditions.

• Study.com
• 13 hours 20 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Young people and religion: creative learning with history

2 ratings at OpenLearn

This free course, Young people and religion: creative learning with history, will train teachers and others working with young people on how to engage them in learning about religious diversity ...

• OpenLearn
• 12 hours
• Self-Paced
• Free Certificate

Religious diversity: rethinking religion

9 ratings at OpenLearn

Religion is not necessarily what you think it is! This free course, Religious diversity: rethinking religion, introduces you to a selection of the vast variety of religious beliefs and practices in...

• OpenLearn
• 12 hours
• Self-Paced
• Free Certificate

Science and Religion

176 ratings at The Great Courses Plus

Explore how science and religion are two crucial forces that helped shape Western civilization and continue to interact in our daily lives.

• The Great Courses Plus
• 6 hours 14 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Trial Available

Exploring the boundaries between religion and culture

5 ratings at OpenLearn

This free course, Exploring the boundaries between religion and culture, engages with questions about the relationship between religion and culture. Are they different things or synonyms that ...

• OpenLearn
• 1 hour
• Self-Paced
• Free Certificate

Thinking about Religion and Violence

63 ratings at The Great Courses Plus

<p>Join an award-winning religion professor for a startling, open-minded examination of the connection between human spirituality and violence.</p>

• The Great Courses Plus
• 12 hours 24 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Trial Available

Introduction to Religion

Explore major world religions, indigenous beliefs, and modern spiritual movements, analyzing their sources, characteristics, and patterns to gain a comprehensive understanding of global faith traditions.

• StraighterLine
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Wild and Domesticated Religions - How the Machinery of Religion Evolved

Explore the evolution of religions as cultural survivors, examining their design, adaptations, and challenges in a rapidly changing world.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 26 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Talking Machine - The Phonograph and the Making of Modern American Religion

1 rating

Explore how the phonograph and record companies in the 1920s shaped modern faith and technology, examining their impact on religious practices and cultural dynamics.

• YouTube
• 53 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Soul Beliefs: Causes and Consequences - Unit 1: Historical Foundations

9 ratings

Explore historical foundations and functions of soul beliefs, examining their impact on religion, science, and society. Delve into Darwin's ideas and the mind-body problem.

• Coursera
• 19 hours
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course