NONVIOLENCE (NV)

NV-203 MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. (3 Credits)

This course examines the life and philosophy of Martin Luther King Jr., including the historical context of his work, the basis for his religious beliefs, his commitment to nonviolence, his work for civil rights and his work against the Vietnam War and poverty.

NV-358 THE PHILOSOPHY OF GANDHI (3 Credits)

The Philosophy of Gandhi course introduces students to Gandhi's metaphysical views about the nature of truth and reality as well as to his views on ethics and his political philosophy, on how human beings should conduct themselves as individuals and as a community. The course will critically examine the various vows required of members of Gandhi's community and the philosophical arguments Gandhi offered for requiring such vows. Finally, the course will examine critically the connection between the personal and political aspects of Gandhi's thought.