Traditional Religions of the World
Description
This course will deal with the so-called "primitive’’ religious traditions of the Americas (e.g. Navaho), Polynesia, Australia, and Africa. The course will examine the basic beliefs, practices, world views, and mythologies of these disappearing societies. It will also reconsider the usage of terms such as "primitive,’’ "advanced,’’ etc.
Division
Humanities
Subject
Religion
Academic Level
Undergraduate
Topic Code
Transcultural & Global Awareness
Prerequisite(s)
With a final grade of C- or better.