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Oct 31, 2025
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AAS 511 - Reading Classical Texts in Korean Humanism I
AAS 511 Reading Classical Texts in Korean Humanism I: As one of the historic civilizations of East Asia, Korea has cultivated a long-standing humanistic tradition, deeply rooted in its literary, historical, and philosophical writings. These texts offer rich and nuanced reflections on humanity, ethics, the relationship between humans and nature, and the responsibilities individuals bear toward their communities. This course explores the Korean humanistic tradition through a close examination of selected classical works written before the 17th century. The 17th century marks a historical turning point for Korea, as it was during this period that the country began to face more complex historical challenges. Consequently, Korean texts written before this period present the foundational thoughts and values that pervade within the tradition of Korean humanism, reflecting the country’s historical stability. Reading these texts will help students understand the overarching perspectives of Korean humanism. In addition, the course is designed to strengthen students’ ability to work with primary source materials by training them to read and discuss selected original texts in English. This training is designed to prepare students for advanced research and guide them toward becoming independent researchers.
3 credits
Grading Letter graded (A, A-, B+, etc.)
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