RELI 315: Buddhism

RELI 315-001: Buddhism
(Fall 2016)

01:30 PM to 02:45 PM MW

Innovation Hall 206

Section Information for Fall 2016

RELI 315 - 001: Buddhism

Born in India, Buddhism found a home in many different Asian societies, whose cultures have been profoundly shaped by Buddhism’s unique religious vision. This course will examine the historical development of Buddhism in India, China, and Japan, including both Theravada and Mahayana traditions, and explore its philosophical and religious significance, as well as its social and political influence in South Asian and East Asian countries.

Fulfills:

CHSS Non-Western Culture requirement

Mason Core Global Understanding requirement

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Course Information from the University Catalog

Credits: 3

Surveys Buddhist religious traditions. Includes historical development of Buddhism in India, China, and Japan, examining both Theravada and Mahayana traditions; philosophical and religious significance of Buddhism; and social and political implications of Buddhist traditions in South Asian and East Asian countries. Limited to three attempts.
Mason Core: Global Understanding
Specialized Designation: Non-Western Culture
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.

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