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SOAN0379A-F11

Indigenous Religions

Indigenous Religions of the Americas
This course focuses on the religious traditions of the Americas, from native North America to the Andes, with the focus being on the practices of ancient urban societies like the Mississippians of the American Southeast, the Maya of Mesoamerica, or the Inka of the Andes. In this course we will look at the types of religious ideas and practices common in the Americas prior to the Colonial Period, including concepts of ancestors, sacrifice, and cyclical time. We will also examine how those traditions have changed, particularly following the introduction of Christianity in the 16th century. 3 hrs. lect./disc.
Course Reference Number (CRN):
92653
Subject Code:
SOAN
Course Number:
0379
Section Identifier:
A

Course

SOAN 0379

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Fall 2011

SOAN0379A-F11 Lecture (Fitzsimmons)