his module is Buddhist Ethics. This module is an introduction to the broad topic of Buddhist ethics. It will focus on the Buddhism(s) of South and South East Asia, with reference also be made to the Buddhism of Tibet and East Asia. It explores the fundamental ideological and cosmological principles of Buddhism and how these shape characteristic Buddhist ethical positions. These will include Buddhist concepts of karma, of causality, the nature of the self, the status of deities, the nature and goals of spiritual life, etc. It will employ historical texts in order to understand the character and purpose of typical Buddhist behaviours and practices from an ethical perspective. It will also draw in some areas of contemporary ethical discussion, such as the environment and the animal world; punishment, killing and violence; sexuality; consumerism; or social justice.
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