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EAST 435: Shinto
This course surveys the history of Shinto from its earliest beginnings in prehistoric Japan to its most recent transformations in contemporary Japanese society. Our approach will be at once historical-sociological and interpretive-philosophical: we will attempt to situate the Shinto tradition in its historical context, clarify its social function, and interpret what it meant to those who practiced it and, in turn, what it might mean to us today. The course proceeds chronologically across five units each dedicated to a period of Japanese history: prehistoric, classical, medieval, early modern, and modern. Through engagement with course readings, written assignments, and class discussion, students will learn how to analyze the texts, practices, and myths of the Shinto tradition and interpret the role they played in shaping the human experience in Japan over the course of its long history.
Offered in 1 of the 26 listed terms (Winter 2023).
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| Instructor | Sections | Terms |
|---|---|---|
| Bushelle, Ethan | 1 | Winter 2023 |
Every offering in the listed terms (1 section)
| Term | Sec | CRN | Type | Meets | Instructor | Enrolled | Delivery |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Winter 2023 | 0 | 13538 | Lecture | TR 2:00pm-3:50pm · BH 159 | Bushelle, Ethan | 15/15 | Face to Face Instruction |