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HDS 3926

Reading Pre-modern Hindu Narrative Literature: Seminar

Anne E. Monius

Description

Focusing on the genres of \itihasa/, \purana/, and \katha/, this seminar explores the relevance of both classical Indic and contemporary Euro-American literary theories for the understanding of pre-modern South Asian narrative. Although all primary source readings will be in English translation, previous study of South Asian religions is required.

Enrollment Limited: Limited to 15 (instructor's permission required)
Open to BTI Students: Yes
Jointly offered through the Faculty of Arts and Sciences as Religion 1635

Scheduling

Half Course
Expected to be offered: Fall 2011
Course times to be announced.
Location to be announced.

Relationship to Program Requirements

Program Requirement Area / Category / Art / Designation
MTS Area(s) of Focus Hindu Studies
South Asian Religious Traditions
MDiv Distribution Category/ies Hinduism
MDiv Art(s) of Ministry none
ThM, pre-2007 MTS, and pre-2005 MDiv Area Area 3
Language Course Designation(s) n/a

 

 
 

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