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REL348

Epics of Asia: Myth and Religion

Subject code

REL

Course Number

348

Department(s)

Instructor(s)

A. Melnick Dyer

Course Long Title

Epics of Asia: Myth and Religion

Cross Listed Courses

Description

This course considers the intersection of religion and society in Asia through the lens of popular Asian myths. Students examine how religious doctrine, ideals, and art have influenced the creation and interpretation of this unique narrative form, while also learning about specific Asian traditions. Close study of several tales, including narratives from India, Thailand, China, Tibet, and Japan, include reading texts in translation as well as viewing cinematic and theatrical representations of myths intended for popular audiences. Students explore the dialogic process of myth by creating their own modern versions of one text.

Modes of Inquiry

Analysis and Critique [AC], Historical and Social Inquiry [HS]

Writing Credit

W2

GEC This Course Belongs To

-

Class Restriction

Exclude First Years