Students who take this course will be objectively exposed to various Eastern religious answers to such questions as: What is the human condition? What is our destiny? What is Ultimate Reality, and how it is revealed? Is there life after death? How can we find happiness? This course will focus on the origins, historical development, beliefs and practices, and contemporary cultural impact of the following Eastern religions: Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucianism, Taoism, Sikhism and Jainism. In order to receive honors credit, students must complete additional course work.

Prerequisite:

• Placement is through department recommendation.