R w6 a1

· Remember, this prompt needs to be no less than 230-words (and no more than 300).  You must respond to one classmate, as well (with 100 words).  I am picky about word count, so please don't write less than the required amount.  Please remember to proofread for spelling and grammar.

Also, include two quotes from the readings within your entry (do not add quotes at the end).  Please write in the topic "Questions for Week 6," if you have any questions. There is one prompt this week:

What main characteristics distinguish shamans, priests, prophets, and other specialized religious roles identified by anthropologists?  For the Aguaruna, what dangers accompany being a shaman (i.e., what are the benefits and the risks?)  To write this prompt, you can use what you've read from the Brown and Turner articles.  Also, think about what you've read from pages 140-141 in the main textbook.

READ:

            (1) Pages 140-141 (In main textbook)

            (2) Covington, pp. 136-169

            (3) Turner  ("Religious Specialists")

                 Brown ("The Dark Side of the Shaman")