Darhad Visiting the Shaman

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Exploration of Shamanism showing a visit to the Shaman by a member of the Darhad tribe.

Exploration of religious rites and customs of the Darhad tribe, a nomadic people living in Mongolia. Shows a visit by the head of the family to the local Shaman, who goes into a trance and calls the spirits in order to protect the family on their annual winter migration. Discussion on Shamanism with Bruce Parry.
From: Tribe Darhad
First Broadcast : 31 January 2005

Teachers' notes

Age Group : 7-9,9-11,11-14,14-16

Subject : Geography, Religious Education

Topic : Contrasting areas

Keywords : Darhad, Mongolia, Indigenous tribes, Way of life, Nomadic tribes, Shamanism,

Notes : Compare Darhad lifestyle to Welsh lifestyles. This clip includes rare footage of a shaman at work - discuss the role of Shamanism. Is it just theatre or does it reflect reality? Does its existence have social functions beyond its spiritual? Can it be said that other religious practises in other cultures have the same? Religious education topics - Shamanism, faith in action.

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