Introduction to the Humanities, Western and Eastern Perspectives

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Designed for Chinese students who wish to study Jewish culture at Yeshiva University, this course introduces key ideas and texts shaping World civilizations, focusing on Western thought, with emphasis on Jewish and Chinese perspectives. Through primary and secondary readings, students explore how civilizations have addressed themes like divinity, the individual-s role in society, and the tension between tradition and modernity. Covering pivotal historical periods and philosophical developments, the course examines the unique contributions and interactions of each tradition, fostering cross-cultural insights and a deeper understanding of their impact on the humanities.