RELIGIOUS 117po - The World of Mahayana Scriptures:Art,Doctrine,and Practice

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Claremont McKenna College

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Ng Examines Mahayana Buddhist scriptures in written texts and through their visual representations and the spiritual practices (e.g., ritual, meditation, pilgrimage) they inspired. Doctrinal implications will be discussed, but emphasis will be on the material culture surrounding Mahayana scriptures. Prerequisite: Religious Studies 10 (or equivalent), or permission of instructor. Offered every other year.

Credits:

1.50

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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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