Primal Religion (Leaving Cert Religious Education): Quizzes

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Concepts and Phenomena (Mana, Tabu, Totem, Shaman)
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Which culture is the origin of the concept of Mana?

Melanesian culture

What does Mana represent in primal religions?

Sacred power & divine energy

How does Uluru demonstrate the concept of Mana?

Life-giving water sources in desert

How does Mana typically develop in individuals?

Through ancestral connections

Which culture is the origin of Tabu, and what modern word does it provide the root for?

Polynesian culture; 'taboo'

What is the primary purpose of Tabu restrictions?

Preserving power & sacredness of Mana

What is ablution in the context of Tabu practices?

Ritual washing for purification

What does 'Dotem' mean in Ojibwa Indian culture?

The person is a relative of mine

Where are totem poles positioned and why?

Centre of camps; spirits guard tribe

Which people are the origin of the Shaman concept?

Tungus people of Siberia & NE China

What is the primary role of a Shaman?

Mediator between human & spirit worlds

How do shamans develop their spiritual abilities?

Prayer, fasting & spiritual journeys

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