LAPR 812 - Introduction to Chinese Philosophy

This course explores three basic elements of Chinese philosophy: Taoism, Confucianism, and Buddhism. We study and analyze such questions as “What is the tao?”, “Does Confucianism necessarily mean conformity?”, and “How does Buddhist thinking ‘fit’ with contemporary Western and Westernized society?” Students examine these and other related themes through primary source readings and later commentaries. This course has a particular focus on developing a deep understanding of the meanings and interpretations of these Chinese ways of thinking. Formerly HU 309

Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: LACR 102

Credits: 3 cr, 3 hrs