MARTIAL ARTS STUDIES 213 - Martial Arts and East Asian Thought

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University of Bridgeport

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Description:

This course examines the impact of East Asian philosophy and religion on the Martial Arts. The course begins by outlining the major teachings of Buddhism, Daoism, and to a lesser extent, Confucianism, focusing on key classics. Following this we will explore the ways in which these teachings came to influence what was originally a martial tradition, resulting in a variety of complex systems that placed greater emphasis on mental as well as physical powers, self-cultivation and personal fulfillment. 3 semester hours

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3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.bridgeport.edu

Phone Number:

(203) 576-4000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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