Magical thought has always attracted human imagination. In this course we will introduce you to the Middle Ages through a wide conception of magic. Students will have an approach to medieval culture, beliefs and practices from the perspective of History and History of Science. Popular magic, as well as learned magic (alchemy, geomancy and necromancy) will be addressed. Moreover, we will also deal with how eastern practices and texts influenced western culture. In July 2016, the course will contain a brand-new module devoted to astrology. Magic in the Middle Ages offers a captivating overview of medieval society and promotes reflection about certain stereotypes associated with this period.
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Magic in the Middle Ages
Université de BarceloneÀ propos de ce cours
Compétences que vous acquerrez
- Middle East
- Astronomy
- History
- Anthropology
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Université de Barcelone
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Programme de cours : ce que vous apprendrez dans ce cours
UNIT 1: INTRODUCTION TO MEDIEVAL MAGIC
UNIT 2: MAGIC & HERESY
UNIT 3: FROM MAGIC TO WITCHCRAFT
UNIT 4: MAGIC IN ISLAM
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- 3 stars4,64 %
- 2 stars1,54 %
- 1 star0,94 %
Meilleurs avis pour MAGIC IN THE MIDDLE AGES
The materials in this course gave me a lot to think about. The effects of the ideas and attitudes towards medieval "magic" are still affecting modern thought today.
Very interesting and I love that all the information is free if you don't want to pay for a professional certificate. There are still a few spelling errors but this is to be expected I suppose.
This course was really thorough and interesting. I liked how it covered a range of religions and regions and I think it's great how there are interactive assignments which judge out writing.
This was an amazing course that completely changed the way I looked at conceptions of medieval magic and astrology and also, was extremely informative.
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