Principles of Indigenous Spirituality

3 credits

This course will examine the systemic nature and concepts of Indigenous religious and philosophical belief, thought and practice. Indigenous spirituality as a rational system of belief and the historical undermining of Indigenous spiritual worldviews. The holism of indigenous perspectives will be demonstrated. It explores the nature of creation, the purpose of existence and the role of humans, reality of spirit, spiritual virtues, and disciplines. ***Prerequisite: INDG 100 or permission of the Department Head.***