PHRE 311 - The Buddhist Tradition

An examination of the history, cultural base, presuppositions, structure, essential concepts and practices of Buddhism. Our encounter with Buddhism will involve 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 hours
NOTE: Honors Scholar Course.
NOTE: This course fulfills the Philosophical/Religious Mode of Inquiry and the Intercultural Interconnecting Perspective of the Liberal Studies Program.
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.