PHIL 213 - Asian and Western Comparative Ethics and Political Philosophy

Institution:

William Paterson University of New Jersey

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Description:

An investigation of connections between Asian and Western traditions in political and social philosophy. Readings will include primary philosophical and literary texts from both traditions, as well as secondary texts that discuss relationships between the traditions. Topics to be covered may include Taoism, Buddhism, Confucianism, Hinduism, communitarianism, deontology, social contract theory, rights, attachment, colonialism, liberalism, rationality and induction. Prerequisite: PHIL 110

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.wpunj.edu

Phone Number:

(973) 720-2000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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