PHIL 31147: Buddhist Philosophy at City College
3 credits · Fall 2026
Buddhist Philosophy (PHIL 31147) at City College has 1 way to take it in Fall 2026. 0 of 1 section have an open seat right now.
The professor is: Louis Marinoff.
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About this course
This course surveys the origins, evolution and growth of Buddhism, and Buddhism?s current position in the global village. We revisit Siddhartha Gautama?s reformation of orthodox Indian philosophy, and Buddhism?s re-absorption by the Vedic tradition. We examine the Theravada- Mahayana bifurcation, and the development of Tibetan, Chinese and Japanese traditions. Our survey of contemporary Buddhism traces its migration to Western civilization, its reception and rooting in the West, and its role in 21st century world affairs. Readings will be assigned from both classical and contemporary sources. Buddhist practices or exercises are optional, and not required in this course.
Professors for PHIL 31147 at City, Fall 2026
- Louis MarinoffChill Rank 3 of 5: Fair?
1 section · 0 open · ★ 3.7 (68) · difficulty 2.9/5 · 73% would take again
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- Who teaches PHIL 31147 at City in Fall 2026?
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