Greetings,
For next week, October 26, be sure to complete all the required readings on the Kushans and early Buddhism. This is seriously exciting stuff, so spend some time with both reading selections. For the following week, November 2, your second short paper is due. I apologize again for not having the graded papers to return this week, but you’ll get them back next Tuesday with enough time to process comments and ask questions before beginning paper number two. Please keep in mind that any questions regarding your paper grade should first be directed to the course TA, Catherine.
The Nov. 2 assignment is to write a 1-2 page (max) critical summary of the Michel Strickmann article, “India in the Chinese Looking-Glass.” This is the same format as your first short paper, so scroll down below for details. That week you are also expected to read the two short translations by Sharf from the early Chinese Buddhist tradition.
Happy reading. -akg
