Hinduism

lreli1347  2020-2021  Louvain-la-Neuve

Hinduism
Due to the COVID-19 crisis, the information below is subject to change, in particular that concerning the teaching mode (presential, distance or in a comodal or hybrid format).
5 credits
30.0 h
Q2

  This biannual learning unit is not being organized in 2020-2021 !

Teacher(s)
Cornu Philippe;
Language
French
Main themes
The course introduces the teachings of Hinduism, its rituals, practices and institutions. Proper attention is given to the diversity of traditions within Hinduism, their distinct sources and their specific contributions.
Aims

At the end of this learning unit, the student is able to :

1 consider the broad lines and distinctive features of Hinduism against the background of its history, from the origins up to and including present developments.
 
Content
Ancient Brahmanism and Vedic revelation. The ritual of sacrifice; brahmanic reaction to Buddhism and Jaïnism: The Upanishads and the way towards liberation.,  Epics, The Bhagavad-gîtâ, Bhakti and innerworldly activity. Cast system , Law of Manu, the Six Darshanas and developpment of Hindouism : Trimurti, Tantrism and modern Hindouism. 
Teaching methods

Due to the COVID-19 crisis, the information in this section is particularly likely to change.

Public course in Amphi (or classroom). Obligatory presence of students (except justified motive).
Evaluation methods

Due to the COVID-19 crisis, the information in this section is particularly likely to change.

Final writing examination with five questions. 
Bibliography
  • Cornu, Philippe, Comprendre l'Hindouisme, Louvain-la-Neuve, 2015.
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Teaching materials
  • Cornu, Philippe, Comprendre l'Hindouisme, Louvain-la-Neuve, 2015.
Faculty or entity
TEBI


Programmes / formations proposant cette unité d'enseignement (UE)

Title of the programme
Sigle
Credits
Prerequisites
Aims
Minor in Sciences of Religions (openness)

Minor in Sciences of Religions (discipline to complement the major)

Certificat universitaire en sciences des religions

Master [120] in Sciences of Religions

Bachelor in Ancient Languages and Literatures: Oriental Studies

Minor in Antiquity: Egypt, Eastern World, Greece, Rome