Surveys of Religious Traditions 226 - T he Religious Life of Japan

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St Lawrence University

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A historical and topical introduction to the complex mingling of indigenous and foreign traditions, exemplified by the relationship between Shinto and Buddhism, that has informed Japan's unique religious heritage. Major topics include attitudes toward nature, the interpenetration of religion and the arts (haiku poetry, landscape painting, swordsmanship, the tea ceremony, etc.), monasticism and meditation practices, modern Zen philosophy and the influence of the West. Course materials consist of canonical and secondary texts and autobiographical accounts, works of fiction and film. Also offered through Asian Studies.

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4.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.stlawu.edu

Phone Number:

(315) 229-5011

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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