ANT 222 - The Anthropology of Myths, Magic and Witchcraft

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Mercer County Community College

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Prerequisite: ENG 101 or college-level eligibility Examines the supernatural belief systems and practices of various cultures. Myths, rituals, animism, witchcraft, magic, shamanism, and syncretic religions are critically analyzed to understand the integrative effects of the sacred world. From that foundation, study progresses with a cross-cultural, anthropological comparison of religion and the supernatural. 3 lecture hours

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3.00

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Institution Website:

www.mccc.edu

Phone Number:

(609) 586-4800

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

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Semester

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