PA 372 - The Madhyamaka School of Buddhism

Institution:

Colorado College

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Description:

A survey of the literature of the Madhyama Buddhist philosophy of the Middle Way as represented in the Madhyamaka School. Key doctrines center on the relationship between the "ultimate truth of emptiness" and the "relative truth of dependent organization. " Focus will be on developments in India and Tibet, and will involve close readings of primary philosophical texts from those traditions. Prerequisite: Religion 170 or consent of instructor. (Meets the Critical Perspectives: Diverse Cultures and Critiques requirement.) (Also listed as Religion 372.) 1 unit - Gardiner.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.coloradocollege.edu

Phone Number:

(719) 389-6000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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