REST 378 - Theravada Buddhism

Institution:

The University of Tennessee

Subject:

(REST) Religious Studies (863)

Description:

Historical study of the Theravada Buddhist tradition in South and Southeast Asia. Focus will be on the cult of the Buddha in Theravada Buddhism, the Theravada interpretation of key Buddhist concepts as found in the Pali canon, and the reciprocal relationship between renouncers and lay persons in the tradition. Writing-emphasis course.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.tennessee.edu

Phone Number:

(865) 974-1000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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