NES 2546

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NES 2546
Magic and Witchcraft in the Greco-Roman World

Course information provided by the Courses of Study 2016-2017.

Modern perceptions of Classical civilizations often stress those aspects of their cultures that are compatible with contemporary concepts of "rational thought." Certainly, Greek and Roman scholars did make great achievements in science, medicine, and philosophy - but these multifaceted societies also had a place for magical amulets, love potions, and curse tablets. Drawing on both archaeological and textual evidence, we will (1) investigate a range of ancient and modern approaches to the concept of "magic," and (2) explore the role of magical practices in ancient Greek and Roman society.

When Offered Spring.

Breadth Requirement (HB)
Distribution Category (CA-AS)

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one discussion. Combined with: ANTHR 2846, ARKEO 2846, CLASS 2646

  • 4 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 16138 NES 2546   LEC 001

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  • 16139 NES 2546   DIS 201

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  • 16140 NES 2546   DIS 202

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