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J – Philosophy and Religion
Wilmington (Arsht Hall) | September 3, 2025-October 1, 2025
Wednesday: 10:45 AM-12:00 PM
Thomas Merton (1915-1968) has remained a popular writer on topics of spirituality. This class examines a string of controversies that marked his life, including conflicts with his abbot, a dalliance with a young nursing student discordant with his religious vows and his apparent movement toward Buddhism over the course of his monastic life. The class consists of readings (excerpts from his writings) provided by instructor, lectures and class discussion.
This offering meets for a total of 5 session(s).
INSTRUCTOR: Charles Lutz
LUTZ, CHARLES — M.Div., linguistics, Boston College; M.S.W., University of Hawaii; Simmons College, Boston. Retired psychiatric social worker, with interests in spirituality as well as being well-read in Spanish literature. (J307)
Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at the University of Delaware
OLLI is an academic cooperative for adults 50 and over to enjoy classes, teach, exchange ideas and socialize together, with no exams or educational requirements for participation. OLLI welcomes you.
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