REL 355 - Sanskrit in the Sacred Traditions of India

Institution:

Naropa University

Subject:

Description:

A basic introduction to the Sanskrit language directly linked to sacred concepts drawn from the sacred traditions of Yoga, Tantra, Vedanta and Sankhya. Language skills presented include the oral and written Sanskrit alphabet (devanagari), Roman transliteration and an introductory recognition of some Sanskrit grammar elements. Explanations of sacred Sanskrit terms/concepts with brief overviews of the representative sacred traditions are interwoven in the course. Participatory oral chanting of the alphabet, sacred seed syllables and sample concepts/terms/verses are integrated into the class format.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.naropa.edu

Phone Number:

(303) 444-0202

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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