AAS 1512 - Introduction to The Religions of Asia

Institution:

CUNY Bernard M Baruch College

Subject:

Asian American Studies

Description:

3 hours; 3 credits This course is an introduction to the major religions originating in southern and eastern Asia: Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucianism, Daoism, and Shinto. We will examine their basic doctrines, rituals, sacred and apocryphal literature, and religious art. The impact of these traditions on contemporary Asian societies will be examined from an interdisciplinary and multicultural perspective. (This course is equivalent to REL 1512 and HIS 1512. Students will receive credit for either AAS 1512, REL 1512, or HIS 1512. These courses may not substitute for each other in the F grade replacement policy.) Pre- or corequisite: ENG 2100 or equivalent. *Topics as relevant to the minor. **Various departments; topics as relevant to the minor.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.baruch.cuny.edu

Phone Number:

(646) 312-1000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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