Overview of various philosophical, spiritual, and religious understandings of death. Topics will include the search for meaning, philosophical and existential understandings of death, socialization and culture in value formation, suffering, hope, and transcendence as they apply to death, dying, and bereavement.

Antirequisite(s): Religious Studies 3320F/G.

Extra Information: 3 lecture hours; cross-listed with Religious Studies 3320F/G.