BA in Classics and Religion in Boston United States | Boston University

This program provides students with comprehensive knowledge of various religious traditions, including their doctrines, sacred writings, rituals, and historical evolution within Greco-Roman civilization, particularly examining how Greek and Roman spiritual concepts interacted with Judaism and Christianity. Learners develop skills to interpret, evaluate, and contextualize religious texts (in English translation) from ancient and subsequent eras within their cultural frameworks. The combined Classics & Religion curriculum enables students to examine religion as both a societal and intellectual phenomenon across different historical periods. It serves as strong preparation for advanced study in mythology, historical research, religious studies, theological inquiry, and related humanities fields.

Educational Objectives
Graduates of the Classics & Religion program will achieve the following competencies:

Acquire extensive knowledge of Greco-Roman civilization's historical development, cultural practices, and religious systems.
Interpret Ancient Greek and/or Latin literary works, whether in original language or translation, with awareness of literary forms, stylistic elements, and cultural background.
Effectively articulate and defend interpretations of classical civilization and its cultural artifacts through both written and oral communication.
Recognize and analyze the enduring impact of classical traditions on subsequent historical epochs.