REL 343e/558e - Introduction to Zen Buddhism

Institution:

Naropa University

Subject:

Description:

The course explores various aspects of Zen Buddhism, starting with instruction on Zen meditation and meditation techniques including koan study (Zen "logical paradoxes") and shikantaza ("just sitting"). Then we study the lives and teachings of important Zen masters as gateways into some of the approaches to Zen and as signposts for living our own lives. Prerequisite: Instructor approval required. Students are asked to email the instructor a short spiritual biography of themselves.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

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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