PHIL 3500 - Buddhist Philosophy

3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

General survey of key Buddhist philosophical concepts of both the Theravada and Mahayana traditions, such as dukha, nirvana, anatman and voidness. The relationship between Pali Sutta’s and the Theravada tradition will be discussed as well as the relationship between Mahayana and the Prajna Paramita Suttas. Key schools of Mahayana, such as Cittamattra and Madhyamaka will also be introduced. Approved for LAS Global Awareness requirement. Approved for Compass Curriculum requirements: Approved for Compass Curriculum: Explore-Arts, Humanities, and Cultures; Inclusiveness-Diversity & Power Dynamics (Global); Writing Intensive.