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AHIS201: Ancient Greek Religion
This unit is an examination of the sources for and approaches to the study of ancient Greek religion. The focus is on the polis religion of Athens in the archaic and classical periods. Topics covered include: the definition of religion; sacrifice; votive religion; prayer; piety and impiety; oracles; prophecy and divination; religious personnel; sacred space—sanctuaries and temples; sacred laws, the cults of the gods and heroes; festivals; and religious change.
| Credit Points: | 3 |
| Contact Hours: | 3 |
| When Offered: | 2011 - Next offered in 2011 |
| Staff Contact(s): | Dr David Phillips |
| Prerequisites: |
12cp |
| Corequisites: | |
| NCCW(s): | AHST271, AHST371 |
| Unit Designation(s): | |
| Assessed As: | Graded |
| Offered By: | Department of Ancient History |
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