Contents
| Description |
Aims and Objectives (Inhaltliche Schwerpunkte):
The course offers an introduction to different stages and forms in the development of Hinduism. In particular the course will introduce to (1) some of the major Hindu scriptures, (2) to the philosophy and spirituality of Vedanta, Yoga and Bhakti and (3) to transformations in Neo-Hinduism. |
| Literature |
A reader for the seminars and a reading list will be provided through learnweb. Preparatory reading: Cybille Shattuck, Hinduism, London: Routledge 1999.; Klaus Klostermaier, A Short Introduction to Hinduism, Oxford: Oneworld 2000. |
| Remarks |
This course will be taught in English. Reading amount: 10-20 pages/week. Each participant will have to introduce at least one of the sessions
Office hours/Sprechstunde: Wednesday 9:00 -10.00 (during term) or by appointment |
| Certificates |
A certificate (PS-Schein) can be obtained on the basis of regular participation and an extended essay. |
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