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PAX 491 - Forgiveness: Creating a Culture of Peace and Reconciliation

How do we forgive those we consider enemies? Are there limits to forgiveness? Can we learn forgiveness? These questions form the core of the class journey as it explores forgiveness from academic, personal, historical and cultural perspectives. Through reading, writing, conversation and other forums, it looks at forgiveness as a tool for peace building.

General Education Requirements:  Ethics and Cultural Diversity and International Perspectives

Prerequisites: PAX 201 or permission.

Course Typically Offered: Spring

Credits: 3