Religious Studies 165 - Zen Buddhism and Japanese Culture

Institution:

Allegheny College

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Description:

An examination of the origin of Zen, its development in China, and its transmission to Japan forms the historical background for an investigation of the nature of Zen, its philosophy, method of attaining enlightenment, monastic life and important masters (e.g. the Sixth Patriarch, Dogen, Basho, Hakuin). The course also examines the influence of Zen on Japanese cultural phenomena like poetry, tea, painting, rock gardens and the martial arts.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.allegheny.edu

Phone Number:

(814) 332-3100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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