From the Stoics to Ubuntu: Philosophies of the Good Life

PHI2149.01
Course System Home Terms Spring 2018 From the Stoics to Ubuntu: Philosophies of the Good Life

Course Description

Summary

This class examines variety of answers to the ancient question: How do I live a good life? The readings draw from philosophical traditions across both time and location, including Greek and Roman Stoicism, Confucianism, Buddhism, Christian theology, contemporary philosophers in the Anglo-American and European traditions, as well as the African ethic of Ubuntu.

Prerequisites

None

Please contact the faculty member :

Instructor

  • Karen Gover and Paul Voice

Day and Time

Academic Term

Spring 2018

Credits

4

Course Level

2000

Maximum Enrollment

36