Religious Studies [109F] - Magic, Science, and Religion

Institution:

Hamilton College

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Description:

Examines human ideas of the natural, the supernatural, and their relationship by focusing on the topics of magic/shamanism, science/rationalism, and religion/spirituality, employing interpretive, symbolic, structural and political-economic perspectives. Students will compare and analyze layered beliefs, practices and processes from a selection of "traditional" western and non-western societies, as well as social and symbolic linkages between them.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.hamilton.edu

Phone Number:

(315) 859-4011

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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