(Offered as PHIL 241 and RELI 241). This course puts into dialogue the ancient philosophical traditions of China, India, and Greece. We will explore their reflections and debates on how to live a good life, how to gain knowledge, and how to understand our place in the universe. Through close readings of texts, we will compare ancient philosophical conceptions, styles of discourse, and intellectual contexts. The course reconsiders the Eurocentric history and ideologies of many modern conceptions of philosophy. Professors Gentzler, and Heim, and TBD. No prerequisites. Enrollment limit: 60 students.
No prerequisites. Enrollment limit: 60 students. Spring semester. Professors Gentzler, and Heim, and TBD.
If Overenrolled: Registrar will use lottery to determine enrollment
Keywords
Attention to Writing, Transnational or World Cultures Taught in English