University of North Texas 
PHIL 3630 Jainism
What is true? What is illusion? What is real and everlasting? And what is only fleeting? If there is something true and real beyond this life we're living, then can we experience it, understand it, or reach it?
The philosophical, religious, spiritual, and scholarly traditions of Jainism addresses such basic questions about life, the meaning of life, and the meaning of living well. In UNT's seminar on Jainism, students explore topics including Jain views on the origin and nature of the universe, the nature of the human soul, the meaning of spiritual liberation, and the practices like meditation and yoga that aim at spiritual attainment. We also explore contemporary issues in Jainism, including veganism, animal welfare, environmental sustainability, and peacebuilding.
Students earning the Certificate in Jain Studies can complete their capstone projects as part of this course. All students will have
service-learning and other experiential learning opportunities. Visit our Student Activities page to see examples of what projects and activities students in past sessions of
PHIL 3630 have participated in.