| College | Emmanuel College |
| Instructor(s) | Shiu, Henry C.H. |
| Course Code | EMT1631HF |
| Semester | First Semester |
| Section | 6101 |
| Online | Yes |
| Credits | One Credit |
| Location | Online - Asynchronous |
| Description |
This course surveys the diverse ideals, practices, and traditions of Buddhism in its formative period in India. By reading primary and secondary sources central to Buddhism, we will examine key concepts, doctrines, and practices in the Theravada, Mahayana, and Tantric traditions. Having acquired a solid understanding of the history and doctrine of Buddhism, students will learn to apply these understandings to critically analyze contemporary issues from a Buddhist perspective. |
| Schedule | Thu |
| Start Time | TBA |
| End Time | TBA |
| Hours Per Week | 2 |
| Minimum Enrolment | 10 |
| Maximum Enrolment | 30 |
| Enrolment Notes | Students who have taken EMT2631H should not enrol in this course. |
| Additional Notes | Note: This course was previously offered at the 2000 level under course code number EMT2631H |
| Teaching Method |
Lectures
Readings
|
| Means of Evaluation |
Class Participation
Research Paper
Short Paper
Other
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| Previously Offered | Fall 2019 |
| Currently Offered | Fall 2020 |
| Next Scheduled | Fall 2021 |