Anthropology [356F] - Topics in Indigenous Studies: Shamanism

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Hamilton College

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Religious specialists' expertise rests as much in performance as in the recall and exegesis of esoteric sacred rituals, texts and doctrines. Yet what does successful performance entail, not only in terms of the scientific or supernatural efficacy of a ritual, but in terms of its artistry? Explores the role of ritual specialists as textual, verbal, visual, dramatic and technological artists by considering the work of indigenous shamans in Native traditions of the Americas, especially contemporary Maya "Daykeepers." Prerequisite, one course in religious studies, anthropology, Latin American studies or related fields, or consent of instructor. (Same as Religious Studies 356.)

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3.00

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www.hamilton.edu

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(315) 859-4011

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

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Semester

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