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RELG 337. Themes in Buddhist Studies.

Credits: 3
Offered by: Religious Studies (Faculty of Arts)
Terms offered: Winter 2026
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Description

A focused examination of major themes within a branch of Theravada, Mahayana or Vajrayana Buddhism. Emphasis will be placed on both the close study of primary texts (in translation) in historical context and the application of recent methods to fundamental Buddhist concepts, ritual practices and community institutions.
  • Prerequisite: RELG 252 or RELG 253 or permission of instructor
  • Summer
  • Prerequisite: RELG 252 or RELG 253 or permission of instructor

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