(2 credits) This course offers an overview of the worldviews of various religions and ideologies and an examination of their ideas of, teachings on, and action in relationship to the concepts of justice and peace, with special attention to teachings on such issues as war and peace, violence, economic justice, the environment, criminal justice, and social justice. This course will rely upon texts and representatives of the traditions themselves to present the core material for the course. Students are required to investigate one worldview in depth through a semester-long research project.
MISSION STATEMENT: Maitripa College is a Buddhist institution of higher education offering contemplative learning culminating in graduate degrees. Founded upon three pillars of scholarship, meditation, and service, Maitripa College curriculum combines Western academic and Tibetan Buddhist disciplines. Through the development of wisdom and compassion, graduates are empowered with a sense of responsibility to work joyfully for the wellbeing of others. We serve our students and the region through diverse and relevant educational, religious, and community programs.
