RELG 353 - Reading Buddhist Texts (3 credits)

(Prereq: RELG 103 or RELG 104 or RELG 320 or RELG 326 or RELG 350) This course explores seven classic texts considered primary sources in the Mahayana Buddhist canon. Students pursue academic literary analysis of these texts, explore their historical formulation as cohesive texts and examine their cultural impact. All readings are in English. S.