2014-2015 Academic Catalog 
    
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2014-2015 Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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REL 351 - The Feminine in South Asia

1 course unit
This course engages in a close study of the various roles of the feminine in Hindu mythology and religious belief and practice, including worship of goddesses and the principle of Shakti, the creative, animating force of the universe. Female identity and lives of women in the cultures of South Asia are examined. Readings are chosen from the study of religion, anthropology, and narrative; film and audio media are also provided.
Meets general academic requirement R or D and effective Fall 2013 HU and DE.



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