PHIL 152
Spring 2025
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01
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| Crosslisting:
CGST 225 |
This half-credit "Greek Lab" uses a slow reading of Plato's Republic to invite students into the world of Ancient Greek. In the first three weeks of the semester, students will be introduced to the Ancient Greek alphabet and explore the meanings of two key Greek philosophical terms -- eudaimonia (often translated as "happiness" or "flourishing") and dikaiosune ("justice" or "righteousness") -- that will set the stage for our study of Plato. In subsequent weeks, we will progress through each of the ten books of the Republic, highlighting a pivotal Greek keyword in each class session and discussing how its nuances inform Plato's argument for the good life as the just life.
No prior experience with Greek (ancient or modern) is required, and all readings and discussion will be geared toward students with little to no background in classical languages. Our goal is twofold: to develop an appreciation for Attic Greek, and to discover how direct exposure to the language enhances our understanding of a core text in the history of philosophy. Through short reading assignments prior to class, followed by group work and guided discussion in class, students will gain a unique perspective on some of philosophy's most enduring questions, while also developing the tools to navigate Ancient Greek terminology with confidence. Please note: this course is part of Wesleyan's Cultures and Languages Across the Curriculum (CLAC) initiative and is not meant to replace a full introductory course in Ancient Greek. Students seeking more in-depth language training should enroll in GRK 101. |
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| Credit: .5 |
Gen Ed Area Dept:
SBS PHIL |
| Course Format: Seminar | Grading Mode: Credit/Unsatisfactory |
| Level: UGRD |
Prerequisites: None |
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Fulfills a Requirement for: None |
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Past Enrollment Probability: 90% or above |
| SECTION 01 |
| Instructor(s): Irani,Tushar Times: ..T.... 10:20AM-11:40AM; Location: BOGH110; |
| Total Enrollment Limit: 15 | | SR major: 2 | JR major: 0 | | |
| Seats Available: 13 | GRAD: X | SR non-major: 0 | JR non-major: 3 | SO: 5 | FR: 5 |
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