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PHIL206

Neo-Confucian Chinese Philosophy
PHIL206 SP

Crosslistings: EAST262, RELI206
SectionClass Size*AvailableTimesPOIPrereq
1 25 2 Times: .T.T... 2:40PM-4:00PM;NoNo

*The number of spaces listed as available is based on class seats open for the Blue Add phase of registration. Some seats may be taken in previous phases while others may be held out for subsequent phases of registration. (Last Updated on Tue Aug 10 05:00:21 EDT 1999 )

This course will present critical discussion of issues central to Neo-Confucian (11th-19th centuries C.E.) philosophers that in many cases are still central in Chinese thought today. Topics will include the relation between knowledge and action, Neo-Confucian conceptions of idealism and materialism, and the connection between Neo-Confucian philosophy and spirituality.

MAJOR READINGS

Primary texts by the Neo-Confucians, such
as Chan, trans., REFLECTIONS ON THINGS AT HAND; Gardner,
trans., LEARNING TO BE A SAGE; Chan, trans., INSTRUCTIONS
FOR PRACTICAL LIVING.

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 in class discussion of the readings is expected 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

Section 01
Angle, S
Times: .T.T... 2:40PM- 4:00PM;
Grading Mode: Mixed
Registration Preference (1 high to 6 low, 0=Excluded) Sr: 1, Jr: 1, So: 1, Fr: 1
Major Preference Given

Last Updated on MAR-22-1999




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