PHL 250 - Philosophies of India

1 course unit

A foundational course that explores the central schools of Indian philosophy. Through readings of primary texts we will develop a deeper understanding and appreciation of the world views, styles of thinking, and cultures of South Asia. We will examine several of the most important concepts, methods, texts, philosophers, and schools of India thought. Topics will be taken from Vedas, Upanishads, Samkhya, Yoga, Nyaya, Vaisheshika, Mimamsa, Vedanta, Jainism, Carvaka, early Buddhist thought, Madhyamaka and Yogacara Buddhist philosophies, and twentieth century appropriations and developments of traditional philosophical themes.
Meets general academic requirements HU and DE.