REL 206: Understanding Confucianism

Discipline
Credits 3 Lecture Hours 3
Designation
DH
Exploration of Confucianism in its philosophical, cultural, and historical context in China.
Course Outcomes
  • Analyze the primary and secondary texts.
  • Explore the relevance of these texts to contemporary issues today, both in China and elsewhere.
  • Describe the origins and major historical periods in Confucian belief and practice.
  • Examine the relationship between religion and culture/society.