Anthropology of Religion & Ritual
Prerequisites: ANTH 100 or ANTH 102.
The course considers religion as a form and part of culture. The innovative as well as conservative features of religion in culture change are addressed. Religion's role as both a belief-system and ritual practice are underscored.
Outcomes: Students will develop the capacity to view religion in a broad perspective and to understand it as a significant factor of belief and practice in cultural systems.
The course considers religion as a form and part of culture. The innovative as well as conservative features of religion in culture change are addressed. Religion's role as both a belief-system and ritual practice are underscored.
Outcomes: Students will develop the capacity to view religion in a broad perspective and to understand it as a significant factor of belief and practice in cultural systems.