JAPN0228A-S16
Japanese Religions
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Japanese Religions
We will begin our study of Japanese religions with the ancient mythology that forms the basis of Shinto (the way of the kami, or gods). We will then consider the introduction of Buddhism, Confucianism, and Daoism to Japan and examine how these traditions were accepted, absorbed, and adapted. We will also investigate Japanese reactions to Christianity in the 16th century and the appearance of "new" Japanese religions starting in the 19th century. Throughout, we will ask how and why Japanese have both adhered to tradition and been open to new religions. 3 hrs. lect./disc.
We will begin our study of Japanese religions with the ancient mythology that forms the basis of Shinto (the way of the kami, or gods). We will then consider the introduction of Buddhism, Confucianism, and Daoism to Japan and examine how these traditions were accepted, absorbed, and adapted. We will also investigate Japanese reactions to Christianity in the 16th century and the appearance of "new" Japanese religions starting in the 19th century. Throughout, we will ask how and why Japanese have both adhered to tradition and been open to new religions. 3 hrs. lect./disc.
- Term:
- Spring 2016
- Location:
- LaForce 121(LAF 121)
- Schedule:
- 8:00am-9:15am on Tuesday, Thursday (Feb 15, 2016 to May 16, 2016)
- Type:
- Lecture
- Instructors:
- Elizabeth Morrison
- Subject:
- Japanese
- Department:
- Japanese Studies
- Division:
- Languages
- Requirements Fulfilled:
- AAL CW PHL
- Levels:
- Undergraduate
- Cross-Listed As:
- RELI0228A-S16 *
- Availability:
- View availability, prerequisites, and other requirements.
- Course Reference Number (CRN):
- 21834
- Subject Code:
- JAPN
- Course Number:
- 0228
- Section Identifier:
- A