CHIN 4750 - Daoism

Institution:

University of Colorado Boulder

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Description:

A detailed examination of the history and current state of Daoism, China's indigenous organized religion, focusing on its origins and development, ethical teachings, ritual activities, and world view. Topics include the relationship of Daoism to popular religion, the practice of alchemy and self-cultivation, beliefs concerning death and the afterlife, and the structure of the Daoist pantheon. Prereq., RLST 3800 or instructor consent. Restricted to CHIN majors. Same as CHIN 5750 and RLST 4750.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.colorado.edu

Phone Number:

(303) 492-1411

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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