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RELI0121A-F22

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.
Course Reference Number (CRN):
91652
Subject Code:
RELI
Course Number:
0121
Section Identifier:
A

Course

RELI 0121

All Sections in Fall 2022

Fall 2022

RELI0121A-F22 Lecture (Waldron)
RELI0121Y-F22 Discussion (Waldron)
RELI0121Z-F22 Discussion (Waldron)