That's actually what the class the article is about does and how the Bible has influenced western culture. I'm still not really sure how I feel about having a class like this. If it was an elective, like in the article, that students could choose to take then I wouldn't have a problem with it but if it was required I would be very much against it.
I took a World Geogrpahy class my senior year of HS, and an entire 9 wk period was spent on the Muslim faith and the middle eastern part of the world. We also spent time on other cultures throughout the world, including Hindus and Buddhists. It was a very good class, and one that I feel should be part of the standard curriculum. If students understood more about other cultures, they would be less likely to be afraid of them. That whole ignorance is bliss thing.
I could not agree more. And since you are studying non-western religions, the separation of church and state issue should not be a factor.
Western religion can be taught in schools as a social science from a historical perspective, without a separation of church and state problem. As long as teachers stay focused and teach the historical significance of the western religion in the same manner as any other religion, its of no concern. What should be taught is what a large minority Christians are in the world as a whole.
Absolutely. As a matter of fact if you ever take Western Civilization in college, you will find it is mostly about religion.
one thing that is important for children is not only that they get educated so they can succeed in the world, but also their souls must be saved. we must have our scientists working quickly on how exactly that is accomplished. i hear they are leaning towards jesus.
My college days now consist of cooking, eating, and drinking prior to football games in Death Valley.:grin:
