RELI 3250 - Chinese Religions

Institution:

New College of Florida

Subject:

Religion

Description:

This class is a general introduction to the history, doctrines, and practices of the main religions of China, including Confucianism, Daoism, Buddhism, popular religious practices and, in more recent times, Islam. In class we will learn about important Chinese religious concepts such as Ancestor cult, Dao (the Way), De (Virtue), Qi, the Three Teachings, by reading important secondary literature on those topics, as well as some of the most important classics of Chinese literature, such as Confucius' Analects, the Daodejing, Zhuangzi, the Lotus Sutra, and even the writings of Mao Zedong. There are no formal pre-requisites, and no knowledge of Chinese language is required. Estimated enrollment: 20. This course is in-person only (i.e., no remote students).

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.ncf.edu

Phone Number:

(941) 487-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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