Comparative Mystical Traditions

College Regis College
Instructor(s) Stoeber, Michael
Course Code RGP6210HS
NOTE: Basic degree students enrol in RGP3210HS
Semester Second Semester
Section 0101
Online No
Credits One Credit
Location Toronto (St George Campus)
Description

A comparative study of selected mystical traditions of the major world religions. Themes of analysis will include: the nature and forms of mystical experience; perspectives on ultimate Reality; the role of the spiritual teacher or master; spirituality and social action; disciplines, methods and ideals of spiritual salvation or liberation. Readings will be drawn both from mystic writers and comparative theorists. Lectures, discussion, critical reflection papers.

Crosslisted to (1) Theological
Schedule Tue
Start Time 14:00
End Time 16:00
Minimum Enrolment 0
Maximum Enrolment 24
Enrolment Notes

Max 24 (AD & BD)

Teaching Method
Seminars
Means of Evaluation
Other
Previously Offered Winter 2011
Currently Offered Winter 2013