Middlebury

RELI 0121

Buddhist Traditions in India

Buddhist Traditions in India
An introduction to the development of Indian Buddhist thought, practice, and institutions. The course will begin with an examination of the life of the Buddha and the formation of the early tradition. It will then explore developments from early Nikaya Buddhism, through the rise of the Mahayana, and culminating in Tantric Buddhism. Attention will be given throughout to parallel evolutions of doctrine, practice, and the path to Nirvana. 3 hrs. lect./disc.
Subject:
Religion
Department:
Religion
Division:
Humanities
Requirements Fulfilled:
PHL SOA
Equivalent Courses:

Sections in Fall 2017, School Abroad Italy (Florence)

Fall 2017

RELI0121A-F17 Lecture (Waldron)