An examination of the idea of self in Hinduism and Islam through representative contemporary thinkers Rabindranath Tagore and Muhammad Iqbal respectively. How is self understood? What is its relation to the ideas of person and personal identity? What are the philosophical and theological presuppositions of the idea of self? Answers are supplemented by classical and other contemporary writings of the religious tradition in question, thereby accessing the worldview associated with that tradition.
Pre-Requisites | Currently Offered | Next Scheduled | Previously Offered | Scheduling Information |
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A course in theology or philosophy of religion. |
Fall 2022 |
Fall 2021 |
Start Time: 11:00 End Time: 13:00 Hours per Week: 2 Schedule: Mon |