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Its the End of the World as We Know It& Whereas cosmic time in Eastern religious traditions is generally seen as cyclical, with recurring phases of creation and destruction, in Western-based religions such as Judaism, Christianity and Islam it is viewed as linear, with a single creation and a final destruction of this present world the Apocalypse. This course will look at the sacred texts that underpin apocalyptic concepts in established Western religions (e.g., the biblical books of Daniel and Revelation), and examine how apocalyptic beliefs have been given expression in these traditions. Some consideration will also be given to End Time beliefs in more recent sects and cults (e.g., the Heavens Gate group and the Branch Davidians).



Professor Miller