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EAST 152 - Japanese Thought and Religion


Semester Offered: Second Semester
Full Course
Credits: 4 credits
Attribute: 4HU, CD

A historical survey of the development of Shinto and Buddhism in Japan and the roles they have played in Japanese culture and society. Among the topics to be discussed are the ancient myths of Shinto, the transmission of Buddhism to Japan, the emergence of new forms of Buddhism (i.e., Zen, Pure Land, and Nichiren), and the use of Shinto as a nationalistic ideology.

Enrollment Limit: 40
Instructor: Staff

Cross List Information: This course is cross-listed with RELG 236.


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