This course is a cross-cultural study of the forms and functions of supernatural beliefs and associated rituals in various contemporary societies of Africa, Asia, aboriginal Australia, Oceania, South America, native North America and elsewhere. The course is designed to introduce anthropological approaches to the understanding of cultural beliefs in the supernatural. This course considers supernatural beliefs and rituals to develop insights into the functional aspects of religious beliefs and institutions in our lives.
Anthropology of Magic, Witchcraft, and Religion
West Valley College via California Community Colleges System
