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PHIL205
Classical Chinese Philosophy
PHIL205 FA
Crosslistings: EAST261
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Next Offered in 9899 FA
A critical examination of issues debated by the early
Confucian, Daoist, and Mohist philosophers. Topics 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
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.
Unless preregistered students attend the first class meeting
or communicate directly with the instructor prior to the
first class, they will be dropped from the class list.
NOTE: Students must still submit a completed Drop/Add form
to the Registrar's Office.
COURSE FORMAT: Discussion Lecture
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Level: UG Credit: 1.00
Gen Ed Area & Dept: HA PHIL
Prerequisites:
None
Last Updated on MAR-03-1998
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