PHRE 311 - The Buddhist Tradition

An examination of the history, cultural base, presuppositions, structure, essential concepts and practices of Buddhism. Our encounter with Buddhism involves both heart and mind in a close reading of classical texts, providing an opportunity to break down narrow understandings of the nature of religion itself.

Credits: 3
NOTE:
* Honors Scholar Course.
** This course fulfills the Philosophical/Religious Mode of Inquiry and the Intercultural Interconnecting Perspective of the Liberal Studies Program.
*** This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.