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CS92PROD
Temples and Shrines of Japan
ARHA 288
Spring 2011
Section: 01  
Crosslisting: EAST 288

Beginning with the Shinto shrine at Ise and ending with the Zen garden of the Ryoan-ji, the course studies a series of important Shinto and Buddhist sanctuaries, analyzing each as an integrated architectural-artistic statement of a particular set of religious teachings. The class will explore the formative influence of religious doctrine upon art in these specific settings.

Essential Capabilities: Intercultural Literacy
This course is designed to nurture an understanding of the traditional religious art and architecture of Japan in relation to its historical and cultural contexts.
Credit: 1 Gen Ed Area Dept: HA ART
Course Format: Lecture / DiscussionGrading Mode: Graded
Level: UGRD Prerequisites: None
Fulfills a Requirement for: None
Past Enrollment Probability: Not Available

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