Sacred Places:  When Does Geography Become Sacred?

Tuesdays, 2:00 - 3:30 pm - Feb 7, 14, 21, 28

Location:  Mayborn Museum 

Religions all over the world have physical locations that are “sacred” to the faith’s adherents.  What makes a physical location, like the rock Uluru in Australia or the Batu Caves in Malaysia, a place of spiritual power? This class will examine multiple sacred places, learning about the peoples who hold these places as spiritually significant. The course will also explore what makes a place sacred to each of us. In each class session, Dr. Rosalie Beck will examine 2-3 locations, such as the River Ganges, the Grand Canyon, and the Ka’aba.