RELIGIOUS 16po - The Life Story of Buddha

Institution:

Claremont McKenna College

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Description:

Ng Studies the making of religious biography through the example of the historical Buddha Sakyamuni. Critically examines an array of textual and visual genres consisting of canonical and non-canonical Buddhist texts, visual manifestations, ritual enactments and film representations. These multiple perspectives will reveal the significance of the life/lives of the Buddha in the daily religious life of Buddhist community. Offered every year.

Credits:

1.50

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.claremontmckenna.edu/

Phone Number:

(909) 621-8000

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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