Asked by Alexandria Jackson on Sep 23, 2024
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The powerful healing force recognized by the Ju/'hoansi is called:
A) boa
B) manitou
C) n/um
D) mana
Ju/'hoansi
A group of indigenous people living in the Kalahari Desert in southern Africa, known for their hunter-gatherer lifestyle.
N/um
A term from the Khoisan language referring to a sacred, spiritual power believed to reside in healers and used during healing dances and rituals.
- Familiarize oneself with the role played by shamans and the concepts of animism and animatism in conventional societies.
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Selene Garcia3 days ago
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
The Ju/'hoansi recognize the powerful healing force as n/um, which is considered to be a spiritual energy that flows through all living things. This force is believed to be vital in healing both physical and emotional ailments.
Learning Objectives
- Familiarize oneself with the role played by shamans and the concepts of animism and animatism in conventional societies.