Examines the origins of Chinese civilization, from the divination rituals of the theocratic Bronze Age Shang Dynasty to the mighty Han. Considers the great religious and philosophical traditions of China's axial age: Confucianism, Daoism, and others vying for influence in China's bloody 'Warring States' period. Students will understand the political, economic, cultural and spiritual patterns that gave shape to classical Chinese civilization. May meet either the Critical Perspectives: Global Cultures or Social Inequality requirement. Meets the Critical Learning: HP requirement. (Not offered 2023-24).

Degree requirement — Critical Learning: HP

1 to 2 units

Offerings

Term	Block	Title	Instructor	Location	Student Limit/Available	Updated
Fall 2022	Block 3	China in the Age of Confucius	John Williams	Palmer Hall 223	25 / 5	05/28/2023