R w8 a1

Remember, this prompt needs to be no less than 300-words.  You must respond to one classmate, as well (150 words).  I am picky about word count, so please don't write less than the required amount (you can always write more).  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). 

There are two possible prompts for this week.  

In general, think about the people you've learned about so far who enter altered states, trances, or possession for religious or spiritual reasons.

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(1) Anthropologically speaking, describe the circumstances in which a person might enter a trance, altered state, or become possessed during a religious or spiritual event. (Hint:  Think about culture, not just biology or physiology).

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(2) How is vodou a religion?  Who practices it?  What is it about?  Where does it come from?

.....................................................................................................................................................  To answer either prompt, you can use what you've read from 'Intro to Ch 5' (186-189), Lewis (190-193), Hutson (216-230), Covington's snake handling book, and/or McCarthy Brown (333-337).  You will not be penalized for using one source over another, as long as your answer is cogent.  

This is the National Geographic Taboo S01E06 Voodoo

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ql6qbCigt9o