You was introduced to the anthropological study of religion. One of the first anthropologists to examine religion in Africa was Edward Evans-Pritchard in the early 1900’s. You will explore what he learned about the Azande by watching the first 23 minutes of “”.
Instructions:
- When you are done watching the video answer the following questions by referring to specific information from the video, NOT outside sources:
- How do the Azande people featured in the film explain unfortunate events and what do they do about it?
- According to your textbook, what is religion and how would Azande religious beliefs be classified?
- Do you think Azande beliefs are any more or less rational than other religious beliefs like Judaism, Christianity, Islam, or Buddhism?
