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010109 VU The non-Buddhist Religions of Tibet (2025S)

3.00 ECTS (2.00 SWS), SPL 1 - Katholische Theologie
Continuous assessment of course work
Mo 31.03. 08:00-11:15 Seminarraum 1 (Kath) Schenkenstraße EG

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Details

Language: English

Lecturers

    Classes (iCal) - next class is marked with N

    • Tuesday 01.04. 08:00 - 11:15 Seminarraum 1 (Kath) Schenkenstraße EG
    • Wednesday 02.04. 08:00 - 11:15 Seminarraum 7 Hauptgebäude, Tiefparterre Stiege 9 Hof 5
    • Thursday 03.04. 08:00 - 11:15 Seminarraum 2 (Kath) Schenkenstraße EG
    • Friday 04.04. 08:00 - 11:15 Seminarraum 1 (Kath) Schenkenstraße EG

    Information

    Aims, contents and method of the course

    Buddhism is generally known as the dominant religion in Tibet. But Tibet is also home to the less known religious rites and beliefs, which have potential to explain a number of specific features of the Tibetan form of Buddhism. The aim of the course is to introduce religious traditions of Tibet from the period of Tibetan empire (650-850), monastic tradition of the Bon religion, and non-Buddhist ritual traditions, which are often coexisting with Buddhism. The topic of my ongoing research on leu ritual tradition from north-eastern Tibet will be also discussed. The topic will be presented in the form of lectures. Students will be familiarised with the main characteristics and features of the Tibetan non-Buddhist religions.

    Assessment and permitted materials

    The language of instruction is English. Knowledge of Tibetan is welcome, but not required. Students are encouraged to participate in class discussions.

    In the case of suspicion of non-transparent use of AI (e.g. through citation or indication of the type of use), the course instructor has the right to conduct a “grade-relevant discussion.

    Minimum requirements and assessment criteria

    It comprises of written exam (70 %), participation and class interaction (30 %).

    Attendance is compulsory. You may be absent without excuse for a maximum of two units.

    Examination topics

    Lecture contents and selected parts of the reading list.

    Reading list

    Karmay, Samten G., 1998, A General Introduction to the History and Doctrines of Bon. In: Karmay, S. G., The Arrow and the Spindle: Studies in History, Myths, Rituals and Beliefs in Tibet. Mandala Book Point, Kathmandu, pp. 104–156.
    van Schaik, Sam, 2013. The naming of tibetan religion: bon and chos in the tibetan imperial period. Journal of the international association for bon research 1. pp. 227–257.
    Samuel, Geoffrey, 2013. Revisiting the Problem of Bon Identity: Bon Priests and Ritual Practitioners in the Himalayas. Journal of the international association for Bon research 1. pp. 77–97.
    Ramble, Ch., 2007. The Aya: Fragments of an Unknown Tibetan Priesthood. V B. Kellner, H. Krasser, H. lasic, M. T. Much & H. Tauscher (ed.), Pramanakirthih. Papers dedicated to ernst Steinkellner on the occasion of his 70th Birthday (part 2), pp. 681–718. Wien: Wiener Studien zur Tibetologie und Buddhismunskunde.

    Additional reading will be provided ad personam.

    Association in the course directory

    066 800 M2.7, M 15, M 18, BRP 17rwb

    Last modified: We 15.01.2025 17:25