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Buddhism Through Its Scriptures

World Religions Through Their Scriptures,

Whether you are new to the study of Buddhism or have been studying it or practicing it for years, this course will provide you with the opportunity to become acquainted with a variety of Buddhist teachings while guiding you to think about them, and yourself, in new ways.

Through a combination of carefully selected readings, both scriptural and informational, as well as exposure to various forms of Buddhist practice such as art, devotional acts, and literary works, you will learn how to interpret, reflect upon, and apply the teachings of the Buddha to your own life and deepen your understanding of Buddhism.

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  • Religious/philosophical insights conveyed in Buddhist texts
  • How scriptures are interpreted to diverse ends in different historical contexts
  • Sensitive appreciation of world religions
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Instructors Charles Hallisey, Alexis Bader
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Subjects Humanities
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Rating 4.2 based on 5 ratings
Length 4 weeks
Effort 4 weeks, 5–10 hours per week
Starts On Demand (Start anytime)
Cost $109
From Harvard University, HarvardX via edX
Instructors Charles Hallisey, Alexis Bader
Download Videos On all desktop and mobile devices
Language English
Subjects Humanities
Tags Humanities History

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