Nepal — Land of the Gods
Nepal is a land of enchantment with a unique blend of Hindu and Buddhist
culture, breathtaking natural beauty and a spiritual mystique. The gods
mingle in the sacred and the profane in this tiny Himalayan kingdom where
everyday activities are governed by religious festivals and the gods.
It is home to eight of the world's highest mountain peaks including
Chomolungma — Mother Goddess of the World — Mt. Everest.
Explore Nepal's three ancient city-kingdoms of Patan, Bhaktipur
and Kathmandu during your study abroad program in Nepal. Study the magnificent
examples of Hindu and Buddhist architecture. Learn about the sacred art
in Nepal's living museums — its temples, monasteries,
and shrines.
Experience the spectacular natural beauty of Nepal's countryside
immersed in Nepal's rural life in the small towns and villages that
you visit. Studying Tibetan Buddhism while living in a Buddhist monastery
is another highlight of the program. Receive lectures from the abbot of
the monastery who shares his many years of experience. Learn about Nepal's
remarkable ancient culture by living it.
Course Description
Our Nepal program is offered during the winter session where students
will conduct research in a wide range of cross-cultural studies —
philosophy, religion, history, art, and anthropology. Study Hinduism and
Buddhism during this intensive study abroad program. Conduct fieldwork
with visits to major Hindu temples and Buddhist monasteries. Learn about
Nepal's indigenous cultures by living and studying in a Tibetan Buddhist
monastery where you study and practice Buddhist philosophy and meditation
each day. Experience the urban cities of Kathmandu, Patan, and Bhaktipur
and the rural villages of Nepal. Learn the timeless traditions of creating
sacred art by studying with renowned Nepali painters and sculptors. See
first hand how Hindu and Buddhist civilizations have lived in harmony
over the centuries as a continual living tradition in this tiny Himalayan
kingdom.
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Course Description (PDF)
Course Objectives
- To learn the religious traditions of Hinduism and Buddhism.
- To observe religious festivals, temple worship and religious rituals.
- To study Buddhist philosophy and practice Buddhist meditation.
- To learn the centuries old traditions of creating Buddhist sacred
art and to learn its symbolic meaning.
- To experience directly the monumentality and symbolism of Buddhist
architecture.
- To explore and examine Hindu and Buddhist culture in Nepal.
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