April 15, 2012

At California Lutheran, a Sikh's Course in Christianity

'When We Wear Our Religious Lenses, We Can Employ Them to See the World' 1

Brian Stethem, California Lutheran U.

Rahuldeep Singh Gill, who teaches "Introduction to Christianity" at California Lutheran U.

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Brian Stethem, California Lutheran U.

Rahuldeep Singh Gill, who teaches "Introduction to Christianity" at California Lutheran U.

By Beckie Supiano

Rahuldeep Singh Gill, a Sikh whose research focuses on the Sikh tradition, is an assistant professor at California Lutheran University, where he teaches "Introduction to Christianity," a required course. Working with his Christian colleagues, says Mr. Gill, has made him a better Sikh. He believes that taking his introductory course can provide a similar benefit to his students, whatever their religious background. Below is an edited version of his thoughts on that subject.