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Class Detail:
FA 2013 Asian Studies ASIAN 326 - Introduction to Japanese Buddhism Section 001
Credits:	3
Other:	WorldLit
Waitlist Capacity:	99
Advisory Prerequisites:	ASIAN 230.
Repeatability:	May not be repeated for credit.
Primary Instructor:	Auerback,Micah Louis
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Buddhism forms the backbone of pre-modern Japanese civilization. Even today, it remains a vital cultural reference point; just as knowledge of the Judeo-Christian tradition is still essential for understanding Europe, so is knowledge of the Buddhism still indispensable for understanding Japan. This course surveys key thinkers, texts, doctrines, practices, and objects from Japan’s fifteen-hundred-plus year engagement with Buddhism. It draws on a variety of sources in English translation, including myths, sermons, personal letters, polemical tracts, spiritual autobiography, and religious testimonials. In addition, it also makes use of anthropological accounts, historical studies, audio recordings, still images, and films, both documentary and fictional. Course Requirements: No data submitted Intended Audience: No prerequisites. Previous background knowledge of or experience with Buddhism, Japanese history, and the Japanese language or culture is useful but not required. Class Format: No data submitted

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