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Rongdao Lai

Academic title(s): 

Assistant Professor of Chinese Religions (Buddhism), joint appointment with the Department of East Asian Studies

Rongdao Lai
Contact Information
Address: 

3520 University Street, Room 007
Montreal, Quebec
H3A 2A7, Canada

Fax number: 
514-398-6665
Email address: 
rongdao.lai [at] mcgill.ca
Degree(s): 

M.A. (Queen's), Ph.D. (McGill)

Specialization: 

Modern Chinese Buddhism, Buddhism and the state, Buddhist education, transnational religious networks, religion and social activism in Asia

Courses: 

  • RELG 337. Themes in Buddhist Studies.

    Note: For information about Fall 2025 and Winter 2026 course offerings, please check back on May 8, 2025. Until then, the "Terms offered" field will appear blank for most courses while the class schedule is being finalized.

    Credits: 3
    Offered by: Religious Studies (Faculty of Arts)
    This course is not offered this catalogue year.

    Description

    A focused examination of major themes within a branch of Theravada, Mahayana or Vajrayana Buddhism. Emphasis will be placed on both the close study of primary texts (in translation) in historical context and the application of recent methods to fundamental Buddhist concepts, ritual practices and community institutions.
    • Prerequisite: RELG 252 or RELG 253 or permission of instructor
    • Summer
    • Prerequisite: RELG 252 or RELG 253 or permission of instructor

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  • RELG 354. Chinese Religions.

    Note: For information about Fall 2025 and Winter 2026 course offerings, please check back on May 8, 2025. Until then, the "Terms offered" field will appear blank for most courses while the class schedule is being finalized.

    Credits: 3
    Offered by: Religious Studies (Faculty of Arts)
    This course is not offered this catalogue year.

    Description

    Introduction to the diverse religiosities in the Chinese cultural sphere. Examination of the everyday practice of ancestor worship, longevity practices, morality, rituals, and the veneration of deities and spirits.
    • Fall
    • Prerequisite: RELG 253

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  • EAST 304. Current Topics: Chinese Studies 2.

    Note: For information about Fall 2025 and Winter 2026 course offerings, please check back on May 8, 2025. Until then, the "Terms offered" field will appear blank for most courses while the class schedule is being finalized.

    Credits: 3
    Offered by: East Asian Studies (Faculty of Arts)
    This course is not offered this catalogue year.

    Description

    Consideration of important issues in Chinese Studies. Content of the course will vary from year to year.
    • Winter
    • Restriction: Departmental approval required

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