BA in Comparative Religion in Dayton United States | Wright State University

Faith plays a fundamental role in human cognition and existence, molding our collective past, traditions, moral frameworks, and worldviews. It impacts discussions surrounding numerous contemporary matters, from international security threats and governance systems to equality movements and societal fairness. Our comparative religion department provides instruction across all major global faiths: Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Buddhism, Hinduism, and Eastern spiritual traditions. The curriculum includes specialized studies of sacred texts like the Hebrew Scriptures and Christian Gospels, along with explorations of religious developments in American society. We also present interdisciplinary courses examining specific themes such as gender in spiritual contexts, the intersection of faith and governance, universal freedoms, moral philosophy, diverse belief systems, ancient narratives, spiritual experiences, and religious portrayals in cinema. Faculty employ scholarly, non-devotional approaches when teaching about religion. Classroom discussions involve both objective examination and thoughtful analysis of spiritual concepts, rituals, sacred writings, and organizational structures as intellectual, historical, and cultural subjects. The program maintains neutrality regarding the validity of any particular religious perspective.