Sacred Texts

REVISED

Winter 2013 quarter

Faculty

Rebecca Chamberlain literature, writing, yoga

Fields of Study

history, literature and religious studies

Description

This survey of the world’s sacred texts and spiritual traditions will explore their poetic and literary influence, past and present. From creation stories and wisdom traditions to prophetic revelations and teachings about transforming suffering, what impact have sacred texts had on the psyche, imagination, and social or political understanding of peoples, ancient and modern?  How have sacred texts and stories evolved over time? How have they been passed on through oral and literary traditions and through words and images? What is their role in developing culture, identity, and community? How do they frame philosophical, moral, ethical, and spiritual insights? We will explore our topic through a variety of disciplinary lenses including comparative literature, religion, history, mythology, movement, and the arts, as well as through an ecumenical dialogue that affirms both religious and secular perspectives. We will combine academic inquiry and research with poetic insight, artistic production, performance, and contemplative practices such as Tai Ji, yoga, or meditation.

Advertised Schedule

6-9:30p Tue and attendance at a Tai Ji Workshop 6-9p Fri, Feb. 1 and 10a-5p Sat, Feb. 2

Location

Olympia

Online Learning

Enhanced Online Learning

Books

Greener Store

Required Fees

$20 for entrance fees and supplies

Offered During

Evening

Program Revisions