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Adventures Online: Exploring the Religions of the World

Program No. 24230RJ
Get an immersive look into world religions as you study Christianity, Hinduism, Judaism, Islam and Buddhism during a live, online learning adventure with Dr. Brian Carwana.
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Philosophy & ReligionOnline Multi-Day
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5 days
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5 days
1
Welcome, Orientation, Introductions, Overview, Hinduism
From the comfort of your own home.
2
Judaism
From the comfort of your own home.
3
Christianity
From the comfort of your own home.
4
Islam
From the comfort of your own home.
5
Buddhism, Program Concludes
From the comfort of your own home.
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At a Glance

Delve into the origins and traditions of the world’s five major faiths — Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, Islam and Judaism — during a fascinating, five-day online learning adventure. With Dr. Brian Carwana, religion expert and Executive Director of the Encounter World Religions Centre, spend each day studying a new religion and engaging in discussion with other religious instructors who offer a look into their own faith and beliefs. Learn how each religion has changed through time and what it means to be a modern-day follower. Throughout your learning adventure, get to know your fellow Road Scholars as you engage together in thoughtful discussion and Q&A sessions.

Best of all, you’ll…

  • Study a different major world religion each day, learning the traditions of Hinduism, Judaism, Christianity, Islam and Buddhism.
  • Enjoy exclusive access to lectures and discussion with religion expert Dr. Brian Carwana, founder of the Encounter World Religions Centre.
  • Attend presentations led by experts on each religion and take part in Q&A sessions to further your studies.

General Notes

You’ll enjoy 2-3 hours of daily instruction, discussion and/or field trips, which includes sufficient breaks throughout the program. This online program is through Zoom, an easy-to-use web video service that includes closed captioning. All you need is an Internet connection and your computer. We’ll provide a how-to guide to make sure you’ll have a hassle-free experience. In keeping with our Traditional On-Site programs, ALL ADVENTURES ONLINE MULTI-DAY PROGRAMS (INCLUDING THIS PROGRAM) ARE PRESENTED LIVE; THESE PROGRAMS ARE NOT RECORDED. Please review the daily itinerary for start and end times to ensure you won’t miss a minute of this live experience. All times are listed in the EASTERN time zone. If you live in a different time zone, please adjust your schedule accordingly.
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Brian Carwana
Brian Carwana left a business career to follow his passion for world religious and spiritual traditions. He acquired a practical education by listening to religious leaders, visiting houses of worship, and observing services. He also earned a Ph.D. in religion from the University of Toronto. He is now the executive director of Encounter World Religions Centre, an educational organization promoting religious literacy and informed understanding of cultural diversity.

Please note: This expert may not be available for every date of this program.

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Brian Carwana left a business career to follow his passion for world religious and spiritual traditions. He acquired a practical education by listening to religious leaders, visiting houses of worship, and observing services. He also earned a Ph.D. in religion from the University of Toronto. He is now the executive director of Encounter World Religions Centre, an educational organization promoting religious literacy and informed understanding of cultural diversity.
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