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Mar 27, 2015

Having at least some basic knowledge of many religions is vital to being a well rounded person in a modern world and you aren't going to get that at a Church. Schools should absolutely offer the class as an option.

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Mar 27, 2015

I would agree, but there is a difference between a "world religions" class and a class teaching a religion. The latter is highly unlikely to be even minimally impartial.

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Mar 27, 2015

I stand with R.Q. on this topic. A particular religion shouldn't be taught in school, but schools should teach why religions were/are so important to people, what role they played in human history, etc.

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Mar 27, 2015

Yes, I agree. Basic knowledge of many religions is vital to being a well-rounded person in a modern world. It is also important in an awareness of other culture's values and mores. As an option or elective, it would definitely enhance a total academic experience and broaden a perspective of understanding differences. As Ruby commented, though, it should be from an academic, worldly angle; not one that attempts to indoctrinate a particular religion into practice.

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