REL-38023 credit hours

Indigenous Healers

Religion and Culture · 3 hrs Seminar/Discussion

REL-3802 prerequisites

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REL-2801Introduction to Indigenous Spirituality
REL-2802Indigenous and Christian Encounter
REL-2803Indigenous Sacred Narratives

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Taking REL-3802 is a prerequisite for 2 courses directly.

  • REL-3805Indigenous Ceremonies and Healing
  • REL-4805Indigenous Ceremonies and Healing

Description

This course focuses on the religious/spiritual leaders who are often referred to as medicine men/women or shamans. These individuals primarily function as healers but may also serve as Elders, prophets, priests, philosophers, intellectuals, mystics, artists, poets, and musicians, among other roles. This course examines the historical and contemporary place of these highly respected persons in Indigenous religious traditions.

Requisite courses

REL-2801 or REL-2802 or REL-2803 or permission of the instructor [prerequisite(s)].

Restrictions

Students may not hold credit for this course and REL-4802.

Cross-listed

REL-4802(3).

Seminar

From the 2026-27 undergraduate calendar. Always verify details on WebAdvisor or with an academic advisor before registering.