RELI 317: Daoism

RELI 317-001: Daoism
(Fall 2017)

01:30 PM to 02:45 PM MW

Section Information for Fall 2017

The course will study the philosophical, religious and spiritual dimensions of Daoism. The Daoist idea of "nature" and its implications to the ecological issues and the Daoist concept of "non-doing" in relationship to the contemporary socio-political and economic ideas will be discussed. It will also explore the popular aspects of the Daoist tradition including the Daoists practice of meditation, and their attempts to seek longevity and immortality.

 

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Course Information from the University Catalog

Credits: 3

Daoism is one of the most influential philosophical and spiritual traditions in East Asia and especially in China. This course explores philosophical ideas, spiritual orientation, religious practice, and social and political values in Daoist tradition reading classic Daoist texts including Dao De Jing, Chuang-tzu, and other sources. Students will analyze Daoism in light of comparative and cross-cultural studies for global understanding of issues on concepts of nature, human nature, and good and evil. Limited to three attempts.
Specialized Designation: Non-Western Culture
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.

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