VIS 441 - Indigenous Religions of the World

Institution:

Antioch University-Midwest (Closed)

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Description:

This course is a survey of the native religions of Africa, Asia, and the Americas. The course will address the cosmological principles, mythology, social organization, and religious practice of diverse cultures. These religions will be understood in the context of both the particular ecological environment in which they evolved and the particular political-economic structure with which they are associated. We will also discuss the historical encounter between indigenous religions and the global, missionary religions such as christianity and islam.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.antioch.edu

Phone Number:

(937) 769-1800

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Quarter

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