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Academic Year 2003/2004


Classical Chinese Philosophy
PHIL 205 FA

Crosslistings:
EAST 261

Topics in this critical examination of issues debated by the early Confucian, Daoist, and Mohist philosophers will include the nature of normative authority and value, the importance of ritual, and the relation between personal and social goods.

MAJOR READINGS

Readings will all be in translation, and will include ANALECTS, MOZI, MENCIUS, LAOZI, ZHUANGZI, and XUNZI.

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

Four papers will be required: two brief expositions of a position or argument and two longer, critical discussions.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS

THE FIRST MEETING OF THIS CLASS WILL BE HELD IN SHANKLIN 107.

No prior knowledge of China or philosophy is assumed. Careful reading of each day's assignments and participation and performance in these areas will affect grades.

COURSE FORMAT: Lecture/Discussion

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Level: UGRD    Credit: 1    Gen Ed Area Dept: HA PHIL    Grading Mode: Student Option   

Prerequisites: NONE

SECTION 01

Instructor(s): Angle,Stephen Charles   
Times: ..T.R.. 02:40PM-04:00PM;     Location: FISK302
Reserved Seats:    (Total Limit: 40)
SR. major: 3   Jr. major: 3
SR. non-major: 7   Jr. non-major: 7   SO: 10   FR: 10

Special Attributes:
Curricular Renewal:    Ethical Reasoning
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Last Updated on MAR-19-2004


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