American Indian Religion and Philosophy

1. Explain and discuss how discovery leads to cultural extinction, making use of two articles of your choice.

2. What is the significance of right/left brain thinking and dream analysis for Indigenous People?

3. Who was Maria Sabina and why is she a significant player in American Indian religion & Philosophy?

4. How has the Western dualistic framework affected Native people, according to Judith Hendry and George Tinker articles?

5. Explain the Indian Grandmother complex in detail, using “White Shamans, Plastic Medicine Men”, Sara Sutler-Cohen’s “(Dis)locating Spiritual Knowledge”, and Lisa Aldred’s “Astro-Turf Sundances” to discuss.
“White Shamans, Plastic Medicine Men” :https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=19JAMhAzXms