RELG - 385. Buddhist Traditions

3 credit(s)
A survey of the history, development and structure of the religious traditions of Buddhism including the Theravada, Mahayana, Tibetan and Zen traditions. The religious experience of Buddhists and its impact on the cultures of India, Central Asia, China and Japan are examined. In addition attention is paid to the growing presence of Buddhism in Europe and the United States.

Prerequisite(s): RELG 101 or RELG 121 or RELG 141 or RELG 181
Attribute: ARTS, CAR, CFD, GLST, ILST, MULT, RAES, RSWR