RLST 169 CM - Christianity and Politics in East Asia

This course analyzes the political, cultural, and economic impact of and resistance to Western Christian missions, colonialism, and imperialism in China, Japan, and Korea from 1800 to the present vis-à-vis nationalist revolts for and against Christianity in Japan (Shimabara, Unchurch Movement), China (Taiping, Boxer Rebellion, Kuomintang-KMT, Maoism), and Korean (Buddhist, Japanese Imperialism, Minjung). It will give particular attention to the growing political influence of Christianity in China and Korea.

Offered: Every other year

Credit: 1

Course Number: RLST169 CM