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Academic Year 2003/2004

Buddhism: An Introduction
RELI 242 SP

Crosslistings: EAST 242

Clusters: Southern Asia and Indian Ocean

This course will study the origin, doctrines and development of Buddhism in India (its birthplace) and beyond. The course will address the specific teachings and doctrines outlined by the Buddha, as well as the subsequent development and systematization of that doctrine - namely, the lesser and greater traditions of the Theravada and Mahayana, respectively - as these took shape in South and East Asia. During the latter part of the course, special attention will be given to the topics of women in Buddhism, tantric Buddhism and Zen.

MAJOR READINGS

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

COURSE FORMAT: Lecture

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Level: UGRD    Credit: 1    Gen Ed Area Dept: HA RELI    Grading Mode: Graded   

Prerequisites: NONE

SECTION 01

Instructor(s): Willis,Janice D.   

Times: .M.W... 01:10PM-02:30PM;     Location: SCIE58

Reserved Seats:    (Total Limit: 60)

SR. major: 5   Jr. major: 0

SR. non-major: 0   Jr. non-major: 0   SO: 35   FR: 20

Special Attributes:

Curricular Renewal:    Ethical Reasoning, Writing

Last Updated on MAR-19-2004

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