United States history 53.5 - Mysticism,Magic,and Ritual in Ancient China

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CUNY Brooklyn College

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3 hours; 3 credits The history of Daoism, the indigenous religion of China, from ancient times to the fifth century C.E. The roots of Daoism in ancient Chinese shamanism. Early mystical practices such as meditation, spirit journeying, macrobiotic diet, sexual yoga. The classical philosophy of Laozi and Zhuangzi. The political Daoism of the late Warring States and Han. The Daoist rebellions of 184 C.E. Magic and ritual practices of the Daoist church. Medieval Chinese alchemy. This course is the same as Religion 18. Prerequisite: Core Studies 4 or Core Curriculum 2.2 or permission of the chairperson.

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3.00

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Lecture

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www.brooklyn.cuny.edu

Phone Number:

(718) 951-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

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