Hum 388
Non-Western Religions
Fall 2002
Professor Salomon
Buddhism
T, 10/29: Midterm Examination
Th, 10/31: Discussion of Longer Papers
**Taoism Essay Due
Buddhism (all readings in Lopez, The Story of Buddhism unless
noted)
Do not forget to consult the glossary in the back of Lopez’s book.
T, 11/5: Introduction and "The Universe," 1-36
"The Life of the Buddha," in Entering the Stream, 3-44 (on
reserve in library)
Th, 11/7: "The Buddha," 37-102
T, 11/12: "The Dharma," 103-129
Th, 11/14: "Monastic Life" and "Lay Practice," 130-205
T, 11/19: "Enlightenment," 206-253
Th, 11/21: begin film: "The Cup"
T, 11/26: Film: "The Cup"
Th, 11/28: No Classes: Thanksgiving Break
T, 12/3: **Buddhism Essay Due
Note: Entering the Stream: An Introduction to the Buddha and His Teachings is on reserve in the library for our course. It is an excellent collection of primary sources and articles on Buddhism. It also includes an excellent bibliography and glossary.
Up next: Islam