THRS 332 - Introduction to Buddhism

Institution:

Seattle University

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Description:

This course will consider the many ways that Buddhists have defined and engaged with the "Three Jewels" of Buddhism: the Buddha, the Dharma (the teaching) and the Sangha (theBuddhist community). Using this framework, students will examine doctrines, practices, and cultures in different parts of the Buddhist world in a variety of historical periods and reflect upon the many ways people have lived and continue to live as Buddhists. Special focus will be placed on the particular dimensions/diversity of Buddhist thought and practice unique to Therav?in Buddhism, Pure Land Buddhism, and Tibetan Buddhism. Students will engage in close interpretive readings of a wide range of Buddhist materials including Buddhist sutras ("scriptures"), anthropological studies, autobiographical and biographical works, and modernguides to Buddhist thought and practice written by and for practitioners. WR.

Credits:

5.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.seattleu.edu

Phone Number:

(206) 296-6000

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Quarter

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