PHIL 201 - Buddhism, Philosophy & Culture

Unit(s): 4

This course explores foundational teachings Buddhist philosophy, religion, arts and culture and examines the interactions between those teachings and Western science, philosophy and culture. Students read original writings from the Buddha as well as Buddhist scholars, selections from Western philosophy and contemporary scientific research that deals directly with Buddhism. This course will be taught online only during the winter and summer intersession. Satisfies GE Area C3 (Comparative Perspectives/Foreign Languages).

Grading: OPT
Teaching Mode: Online