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Academic Year 2004/2005
Classical Chinese Philosophy
PHIL 205 FA
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
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