RELI0140A-S11
Hindu Traditions of India
Hindu Traditions of India AT
An introduction to Hindu religious traditions of India, this course will trace the development of Hindu mythology, philosophy, and society from Vedic times to the present, with special reference to the law of karma, dharma, yoga, and liberation. Emphasis will be placed on gaining an appreciation of the rich multiplicity of Hindu religious thought and practice within the Hindu worldview through a study of its classical literatures, major sectarian divisions, and diversity of expressions. 3 hrs. lect., 1 hr. disc.
An introduction to Hindu religious traditions of India, this course will trace the development of Hindu mythology, philosophy, and society from Vedic times to the present, with special reference to the law of karma, dharma, yoga, and liberation. Emphasis will be placed on gaining an appreciation of the rich multiplicity of Hindu religious thought and practice within the Hindu worldview through a study of its classical literatures, major sectarian divisions, and diversity of expressions. 3 hrs. lect., 1 hr. disc.
- Term:
- Spring 2011
- Location:
- Axinn Center 219(AXN 219)
- Schedule:
- 11:15am-12:05pm on Monday, Wednesday (Feb 7, 2011 to May 9, 2011)
- Type:
- Lecture
- Instructors:
- Vasudha Paramasivan
- Subject:
- Religion
- Department:
- Religion
- Division:
- Humanities
- Requirements Fulfilled:
- AAL PHL
- Levels:
- Undergraduate
- Availability:
- View availability, prerequisites, and other requirements.
- Course Reference Number (CRN):
- 21981
- Subject Code:
- RELI
- Course Number:
- 0140
- Section Identifier:
- A