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ap345

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on: Jul 10, 2018
How do anthropologists define the term shaman?
 
  What will be an ideal response?

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What is a vision quest?
 
  What will be an ideal response?


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zoeyesther

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Reply #1 on: Jul 10, 2018
Answer to Question 1

A shaman is a part-time religious specialist who uses his special relationship to supernatural powers for curing members of his group and harming members of other groups.

Answer to Question 2

An individualistic practice in which a person attempts to enlist the aid of supernatural powers by intentionally seeking a dream or vision.


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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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