LARTS 376 - Buddhist Philosophy

Institution:

The New England Conservatory of Music

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Description:

Begins with an overview of Buddhist history that includes the Buddha's life and teachings as well as the development of the three primary "vehicles" since hisdeath. We will spend the rest of the semester on close readings of the three significant Mahayana Texts dealing with the idea of emptiness. During the semester students will also look at recent neurological research on meditation and the brain, as well as at traditional teachings on developing mental quiescence. (2 credits) Breese

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2.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

necmusic.edu

Phone Number:

(617) 585-1100

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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