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M. Scott Peck: Wrestling With God
The Road Less Traveled may well have been a life-changing work and one of the best-selling books of all time.
By Robert Epstein Ph.D. published November 1, 2002 - last reviewed on June 9, 2016
Scott Peck had a station-wagon with plates that read "THLOST" in his driveway. They speak of his lifelong journey as a self-described mystic. His last book is a memoir titled Glimpses of the Devil. He said it was his last effort because of his affliction with Parkinson's disease. In 2002, Robert Epstein visited him at his home on Lake Waramaug, in Connecticut.
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Great World Religions: Hinduism, Mark W. Muesse,
Online Course on Hinduism | The Great Courses Plus
Great World Religions: Hinduism
Course Overview
Terms we associate with Hinduism—"Hinduism," "religion," and "India"—are all Western labels, terms that for most of history did not accurately reflect the thinking of those who practice this ancient faith. In fact, one of the primary themes of Professor Mark W. Muesse's lectures is the difficulty of studying Hinduism without imposing Western perceptions on it.
In Hinduism you will find a religion that is perhaps the most diverse of all. It worships more gods and goddesses than any other, and it rejects the notion that there is only one path to the divine.
A Window into All Religions
These lectures provide a window into the roots of, perhaps, all religions. You will explore over the course of Hinduism's 5,000-year journey:The Indus Valley civilization
The sizable variety of Hindu gods and goddess
The sacred writings in the Vedas, Bhagavad Gita, and Upanishads
Ritual purity rites
The Aryan language of Sanskrit, whose roots can be seen in English words such as "divine," "video," and "ignite."
The story of Hinduism is the story of very non-Western traditions—arranged marriages and the caste system—that have survived and thrived for thousands of years; and of a wealth of gods, terms, and practices—karma, Krishna, yoga, guru—that have found a home in Western lives and language.
The course also explains that Hinduism rejects the notion that there is only one path to the divine, and at its best, it honors all seekers of truth.
Understand the Oldest Religion
Hinduism is the world's oldest living religious tradition, with roots deep in the early cultures of India. These ancient cultures, the most important of which were the Indus Valley civilization and the Aryan society, combined to create a highly diverse family of religions and philosophies.
The series moves chronologically through the history of Hinduism, from its earliest precursors through its classical manifestations to its responses to modernity. Along the way, Dr. Muesse discusses salient aspects of Hindu life and places them in historical and theological context.
The journey begins with an examination of the early cultures that most significantly shaped the development of Hinduism.Dr. Muesse makes a brief visit to the indigenous culture of northern India, the Indus Valley civilization, before introducing the migration of the Aryans from Central Asia.
Hinduism received from the Aryans its most sacred and authoritative scripture, the Veda, which is explored in detail.
After the Vedic period, classical Hinduism formed many of its basic ideas and practices, including the notions of transmigration of the soul, reincarnation, and karma. Major social arrangements were established in Hindu culture.
The classic phase strongly influences the present day. Social stratification and gender relations greatly affect the nature of spiritual life for all Hindus. Professor Muesse discusses the caste system, and the different life patterns for men and women.
The Way of Action, the Way of Wisdom, the Way of Devotion
Hinduism is religiously and philosophically diverse. It affirms the multiplicity of the divine and acknowledges that there are multiple paths to divine reality. Dr. Muesse outlines:The Way of Action, the spiritual discipline pursued by most Hindus, aims to improve an individual's future lives through meritorious deeds, according to the Hindu belief in reincarnation. The lectures look at several examples of such action, including ritual, festival, and pilgrimage.
The Way of Wisdom is a much less-traversed pathway to salvation because it is so demanding and rigorous. Gaining wisdom means to understand the unity of the soul and ultimate reality, and to live one's life accordingly.
The Way of Devotion, or bhakti, is oriented toward faith in a deity of personal choice. It is a widely chosen road to god among Hindus. Your introduction to bhakti practice comes through one of the most important and beloved Hindu texts, the Bhagavad Gita, a wondrous story of a warrior's dilemma and the counsel of the god Krishna. It has been a treasure trove of spiritual enrichment for Hindus for centuries.
Dr. Muesse also explores the functions of images in Hindu worship and how Hinduism can be both monotheistic and polytheistic. You learn about devotion to the Goddess and her many manifestations in the Hindu pantheon, and investigate some of the theory and practice of Tantra, a yogic discipline associated with the Goddess.
Hinduism Today
Modern Hinduism faces challenges from Islam and from Western culture. Theological differences between Hinduism and Islam have generated tense relationships between Hindus and Muslims, frequently erupting into outright violence.
Dr. Muesse describes the British Raj and the Indian independence movement led by Gandhi, includes examples of Hindu missions to the West, and discusses the tensions between Hinduism and modernity.
The many paths of Hinduism involve very different conceptions of divine reality, and Dr. Muesse explains how such divergent views coexist within the Hindu tradition.Hide Full Description
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Mark W. Muesse, Ph.D.
Mindfulness allows us to become keen observers of ourselves and gradually transform the way our minds operate.
InstitutionRhodes College
Alma materHarvard UniversityLearn More About This Professor
Course Overview
Terms we associate with Hinduism—"Hinduism," "religion," and "India"—are all Western labels, terms that for most of history did not accurately reflect the thinking of those who practice this ancient faith. In fact, one of the primary themes of Professor Mark W. Muesse's lectures is the difficulty of studying Hinduism without imposing Western perceptions on it.
In Hinduism you will find a religion that is perhaps the most diverse of all. It worships more gods and goddesses than any other, and it rejects the notion that there is only one path to the divine.
A Window into All Religions
These lectures provide a window into the roots of, perhaps, all religions. You will explore over the course of Hinduism's 5,000-year journey:The Indus Valley civilization
The sizable variety of Hindu gods and goddess
The sacred writings in the Vedas, Bhagavad Gita, and Upanishads
Ritual purity rites
The Aryan language of Sanskrit, whose roots can be seen in English words such as "divine," "video," and "ignite."
The story of Hinduism is the story of very non-Western traditions—arranged marriages and the caste system—that have survived and thrived for thousands of years; and of a wealth of gods, terms, and practices—karma, Krishna, yoga, guru—that have found a home in Western lives and language.
The course also explains that Hinduism rejects the notion that there is only one path to the divine, and at its best, it honors all seekers of truth.
Understand the Oldest Religion
Hinduism is the world's oldest living religious tradition, with roots deep in the early cultures of India. These ancient cultures, the most important of which were the Indus Valley civilization and the Aryan society, combined to create a highly diverse family of religions and philosophies.
The series moves chronologically through the history of Hinduism, from its earliest precursors through its classical manifestations to its responses to modernity. Along the way, Dr. Muesse discusses salient aspects of Hindu life and places them in historical and theological context.
The journey begins with an examination of the early cultures that most significantly shaped the development of Hinduism.Dr. Muesse makes a brief visit to the indigenous culture of northern India, the Indus Valley civilization, before introducing the migration of the Aryans from Central Asia.
Hinduism received from the Aryans its most sacred and authoritative scripture, the Veda, which is explored in detail.
After the Vedic period, classical Hinduism formed many of its basic ideas and practices, including the notions of transmigration of the soul, reincarnation, and karma. Major social arrangements were established in Hindu culture.
The classic phase strongly influences the present day. Social stratification and gender relations greatly affect the nature of spiritual life for all Hindus. Professor Muesse discusses the caste system, and the different life patterns for men and women.
The Way of Action, the Way of Wisdom, the Way of Devotion
Hinduism is religiously and philosophically diverse. It affirms the multiplicity of the divine and acknowledges that there are multiple paths to divine reality. Dr. Muesse outlines:The Way of Action, the spiritual discipline pursued by most Hindus, aims to improve an individual's future lives through meritorious deeds, according to the Hindu belief in reincarnation. The lectures look at several examples of such action, including ritual, festival, and pilgrimage.
The Way of Wisdom is a much less-traversed pathway to salvation because it is so demanding and rigorous. Gaining wisdom means to understand the unity of the soul and ultimate reality, and to live one's life accordingly.
The Way of Devotion, or bhakti, is oriented toward faith in a deity of personal choice. It is a widely chosen road to god among Hindus. Your introduction to bhakti practice comes through one of the most important and beloved Hindu texts, the Bhagavad Gita, a wondrous story of a warrior's dilemma and the counsel of the god Krishna. It has been a treasure trove of spiritual enrichment for Hindus for centuries.
Dr. Muesse also explores the functions of images in Hindu worship and how Hinduism can be both monotheistic and polytheistic. You learn about devotion to the Goddess and her many manifestations in the Hindu pantheon, and investigate some of the theory and practice of Tantra, a yogic discipline associated with the Goddess.
Hinduism Today
Modern Hinduism faces challenges from Islam and from Western culture. Theological differences between Hinduism and Islam have generated tense relationships between Hindus and Muslims, frequently erupting into outright violence.
Dr. Muesse describes the British Raj and the Indian independence movement led by Gandhi, includes examples of Hindu missions to the West, and discusses the tensions between Hinduism and modernity.
The many paths of Hinduism involve very different conceptions of divine reality, and Dr. Muesse explains how such divergent views coexist within the Hindu tradition.Hide Full Description
2023/12/24
[Sejin님의 서재: 죽음 공부 1 2024 독서 계획
[Sejin님의 서재] "책과 통하는 블로그, 알라딘 서재!"
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우선 최준식의 죽음 공부
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1] 죽음, 또 하나의 세계 - 근사체험을 통해 다시 생각하는 죽음 [ebook]
최준식 (지은이) | 동아시아 | 2007년 8월
2] 너무 늦기 전에 들어야 할 임종학 강의 - 아름다운 삶을 위한 죽음 공부 [ebook]
최준식 (지은이) | 김영사 | 2018년 5월
3] 죽음 가이드북 - 삶을 여행하는 초심자를 위한 [ebook]
최준식 (지은이) | 서울셀렉션 | 2019년 9월
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4] 너무 늦기 전에 들어야 할 죽음학 강의 - 행복하게 살기 위해 꼭 필요한 공부 주문
최준식 (지은이), 김호연 (그림) | 김영사 | 2016년 8월
5] 죽음의 미래 - 종교학자가 쓴 사후 세계 가이드 북 주문
최준식 (지은이) | 소나무 | 2020년 5월
6] 너무 늦기 전에 들어야 할 카르마 강의 - 삶과 죽음을 넘어 진정한 나를 완성하는 공부 주문
최준식 (지은이) | 김영사 | 2021년 6월
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Etc 1
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죽음과 죽어감에 답하다- 죽음에 관해 가장 많이 묻는 질문들에 답하다
엘리자베스 퀴블러 로스 지음, 안진희 옮김 / 청미 / 2018년 4월
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죽음과 죽어감- 죽어가는 사람이 의사, 간호사, 성직자 그리고 가족에게 가르쳐주는 것들
엘리자베스 퀴블러-로스 지음, 이진 옮김 / 청미 / 2018년 2월
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죽음, 삶의 끝인가 새로운 시작인가- 삶의 끝인가 새로운 시작인가
정준영 외 지음, 박찬욱 / 운주사 / 2011년 11
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깨달음과의 거리 죽음과의 거리- 무묘앙 에오의 사심전
무묘앙에오 지음, 박은혜 옮김 / 모색 / 2003년 7월
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죽음 공부- 다석 사상으로 읽는 삶과 죽음의 철학
박영호 지음 / 교양인 / 2012년 5월
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죽음의 한 연구 - 상, 하
박상륭 지음 / 문학과지성사 / 1997년 7월
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Etc 2
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어느 지식인의 죽음- 김질락 옥중수기
김질락 지음 / 행림서원 / 2011년 11월
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죽음 (총2권)
베르나르 베르베르 지음, 전미연 옮김 / 열린책들 / 2019년 6월
2019년 12월 08일에 구매
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죽음의 자서전
김혜순 지음 / 문학실험실 / 2016년 5월
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죽음과 부활 그리고 영생- 기독교 생사관 깊이 읽기
김경재 지음 / 청년사 / 2015년 4월
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