The Science of the Spoken Word® – Audit
$105.00
Course Number: RELS 1180
Spoken prayer is at the heart of all of the world’s religions and is both an art and a science. RELS 1180 covers the history of prayer through the ages and how prayer and the spoken word are used in a variety of settings, both spiritual and secular.
This course includes a study of the science of sound, including how sound, rhythm, tone and pitch impact matter. Students will study prayer forms used in the various world religions, including the use of mantras, fiats, calls, chants, rosaries, songs and the dynamic decree, along with their background and purpose.
Instruction is included on how to scientifically create an invocation or prayer, the concept and art of using sound and mantra to create a forcefield for personal and group spiritual work and the use of visualization, concentration and meditation with all of these techniques.
RELS 1180 includes reading and listening to audio and video excerpts. Student assignments include dialoguing in forums, short papers, as well as a mid-term and a final paper.
Hours per week: Students should plan to set aside 5–6 hours per week to complete their weekly course work. This course consists of eight units and students are expected to complete one unit per week.
Textbook Information: RELS 1180 Textbook Information Sheet [PDF]
To take this course, you must be a credit or audit student in the Summit University Online, and it must be a required or elective component of your program of study. Interested in applying to Summit University? Visit our Application Process page to apply today!
This course is typically offered during SU’s spring semester. Some courses need a minimum number of enrolled students in order to be scheduled. Some also have a maximum number of students who can take the course during a semester.
This information is subject to change without notice.
