RLST 131: The Buddha’s Brain: Mind, Reality, and Power in the Buddhism- Science Dialogue

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Units: 4

Hours: Seminar, 3 hours; written work, 3 hours

Catalog page 632

Prerequisites: restricted to class level standing of junior, or senior

Description: A critical history of the “Buddhism- Science dialogue.” Focuses on contested characterizations of mind, brain, and personhood. Includes reading and analyzing primary sources in the Indo-Tibetan Buddhist tradition alongside the brain sciences. Prepares for advanced courses and research in religious studies, the medical humanities, and Asian studies.

Cross-listing: Cross-listed with AST 131, and MHHS 131.

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