RLST 3300 - Shamanic Traditions

Institution:

University of Colorado Denver

Subject:

Religious Studies

Description:

Explores shamanic religious traditions across the world. This form of religion, involving spiritism, animism, trance states, and “mind power,” is the oldest and most widespread religion in world history. Covers the “Shramana” disciplines of India, probable source for the name “Shamanism;” Tibet, Central Asia Korea, China, Japan, Australia; Pacific Island, Native American, and traditional African cultures.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.ucdenver.edu/

Phone Number:

(303) 556-5600

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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