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Content Eng E(Art and Religion) (C-Eﾚﾍﾞﾙ)

2025年度2Q(前期)

外国語

英語

ラガベンダラ カジャ

2~4

2単位

火曜3限、木曜3限

This course explores the ways in which art and architecture are influenced by various religious belief systems. We will begin by examining the artwork and architectural achievements associated with major religions in Asia, including Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucianism, and Shintoism. Following this, we will study the impact of Western religious belief systems, focusing on the art and architecture inspired by Ancient and Classical Greece, Rome, and Christianity.
美術、および建築様式が、様々な宗教から受けた影響を学んでいきます。まず、アジアの主要宗教、すなわちヒンズー教、仏教、儒教、神道を。次に、西洋の宗教、すなわち古代ギリシャと古代ローマの宗教、キリスト教を。各々の宗教の産み出した芸術作品、および建築様式を考察します。

By the end of this course, students will:
1. Become familiar with English terminology related to various religions, as well as associated art and architectural forms.
各宗教、美術、建築様式に関する専門用語を英語で理解する。

2. Develop descriptive vocabulary to effectively express their opinions about different religions and the art forms inspired by them.
様々な宗教、およびそれに基づく芸術形式について、自分の考えを効果的に表現できるように、関連語彙を増強する。

3. Learn to identify the roots of contemporary art forms that are influenced by various religious traditions.
現在における芸術形式の根源となる、様々な宗教との関連性を、識別することができるようになる。

4. Create and present their own artwork inspired by one or more religions, applying the concepts or principles of religious art.
ひとつ、もしくは複数の宗教をもとに、宗教芸術の概念、原理を生かした学生自身の作品を提出する。

Participation: 40% (授業への積極性 40%)
Online Nearpod Tests - Demonstrate the ability to extract relevant information from reference materials and answer correctly.

Weekly Assessment: 30% (週毎の評価30%)
Mini assignments - Students need to submit brief written papers and artwork for presentation in class. The paper's length should range from 150 to 300 words, depending on the student's English proficiency level.

Final Assessment: 30% (期末評価30%)
Final Presentation -  Present ideas in a clear and organized manner.
Use well-structured sentences to convey thoughts.
Use appropriate artistic terminology and artwork.

実施しない

Submit a written paper (300 ~ 500 words, based on English proficiency level) on your final project topic, accompanied by your original artwork, one week prior to the presentation.

Course Introduction
コースの解説
What is religion?
What is religious art?
The role and impact of religion on art.
Setting course expectations.

Hinduism and Hindu Art (Part 1)
ヒンズー教とヒンズー芸術
Origins and development of Hinduism.
Principal beliefs and practices.

Hinduism and Hindu Art (Part 2)
ヒンズー教とヒンズー芸術
Activity: Reflecting on the roles we play in daily life, inspired by Shiva’s personas.
Create a self-portrait based on three or more roles you engage in.

Buddhism and Buddhist Art (Part 1)
仏教と仏教芸術
Principal beliefs and practices of Buddhism.
Exploring auspicious Buddhist symbols and their meanings.
Analyzing mudras and their significance.

Buddhism and Buddhist Art (Part 2)
仏教と仏教芸術
Introduction to the concept of the Mandala and The Wheel of Life in Tantric Buddhism.

Confucianism and Confucian Art (Part 1)
道教
Origins and development of Confucianism.
Principal beliefs and practices.

Confucianism and Confucian Art (Part 2)
道教
Confucianism is a doctrine on how to live and strive to be an Ideal Person in society. One way in achieving that is by pursing "Arts of Peace." Poems are a form of literary art.
Activity: Write two styles of poetry in English reflecting the "Arts of Peace."
Design accompanying artwork inspired by your poems.

Shintoism and Shinto Art (Part 1)
神道と神道芸術
Origins and development of Shintoism.
Principal beliefs and practices.
The traditional art and architectural forms.

Shintoism and Shinto Art (Part 2)
神道と神道芸術
Research the impact of Shinto rituals, customs, and traditions on your life and society.
Share findings and discuss Shintoism's influence on Japanese society.

Religion in Ancient Greece and Rome (Part 1)
古代ギリシャと古代ローマの宗教および関連芸術　
Origins and development of religion in Ancient Greece and Rome.
Principal beliefs and practices.

Religion in Ancient Greece and Rome (Part 2)
古代ギリシャと古代ローマの宗教および関連芸術
Selected examples of art and architecture from Ancient Greece and Rome.
Discussion of the significance of religious art from these cultures.

Christianity and Christian Art
キリスト教とキリスト教芸術
Origins and development of Christianity.
To understand that art is a form of communication.

Byzantine Art
ビザンチン芸術
Exploring the ideals and beliefs of the Byzantine Empire through its art.
How artists use symbols and key events to tell narratives.
Introduction to relief sculpture and its technical challenges.

Renaissance Art
ルネサンスの芸術
Paintings as illustrations of daily life.
How to analyze works of art: line, shape, color, texture, and composition.
Documenting observations in writing.
Using primary source materials for details and historical context.

Final Project (Part 1)
最終プロジェクト
Conceptualize and develop an original artwork inspired by one or more religious traditions.
Incorporate concepts and principles of religious art.
ひとつ、もしくは複数の宗教、および宗教芸術を選び、概念化して、それに基づく芸術作品を制作する。
Present and discuss your artwork in a class exhibition format.
クラス発表会形式で、作品のプレゼンテーションをする。

Final Project (Part 2)
最終プロジェクト
Present and discuss your artwork in a class exhibition format.
クラス発表会形式で、作品のプレゼンテーションをする。

Instructor-developed materials and online resources.
Students must bring a computer to every class.
授業担当教員作成による資料、およびオンライン資料を用いる。
学生は毎回必ずパソコンを持参する。
教科書の購入は不要。

E-mail address: kragha@dhw.ac.jp