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Course Description

“How can we visualize world peace without dialogue?” asks Thomas Merton, who was an American Trappist monk, poet, peace activist, mystic and advocate of interfaith conversation. For Merton, who met with Buddhist scholars Thích Nhất Hạnh, the Dalai Lama and D.T. Suzuki, “Zen Buddhism is the object of considerable interest in the West today, because of its paradoxical and highly existential simplicity”, which challenges “…complicated and verbalistic ideologies” associated with the West. We’ll read excerpts from Zen and the Birds of Appetite, The Asian Journal of Thomas Merton, and Merton’s selected writings. We’ll reflect and share through contemplative journaling, poetry, art, photography and found artefacts. 

Note: This seminar course involves active participation, group discussion and readings. 

This course is offered in person.

A $50 discount is available during check-out for adults 55+.

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Section Title
Thomas Merton: Poet, Monk, Scholar and Activist
Type
Class/Lecture
Days
F
Time
11:30AM to 1:20PM
Dates
Feb 27, 2026 to Apr 10, 2026
Schedule and Location
Contact Hours
12.0
Location
Course Fee(s)
Fee $180.00
Financial Aid
  • LIB55+ Tuition Assistance - 2025/26
Potential Discount(s)
Drop Request Deadline
Feb 22, 2026
Transfer Request Deadline
Feb 22, 2026
Withdrawal Request Deadline
No withdrawal request allowed after enrollment
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