THT 430 - History And Philosophy of Eastern Religious Traditions

Institution:

Marylhurst University

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Description:

This course is an overview of the main historical and philosophical issues of Hinduism, Buddhism, Daoism, and Shintoism. Fundamental tenets will be explored through canonical scriptures as well as the lives and doctrinal legacies of exemplary mystics, philosophers, and teachers, both past and contemporary. This course is useful when approaching the study of Eastern religions for the first time, when needing methodologically sound basis for the study of Eastern religions, and when interacting with Asian people in one's working and cultural environments. Meets LAC outcome: AIC1. 3 crs.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.marylhurst.edu

Phone Number:

(503) 636-8141

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Quarter

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