Rationality and tribal thought
by Seminar on "Rationality and Tribal Thought" (2001 Dept. of Philosophy
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How do the essays in this collection challenge or redefine traditional Western definitions of "rationality" when applied to indigenous and tribal belief systems?
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In what ways does the book examine the tension between scientific/empirical reasoning and mythic or ritualistic modes of thought within tribal communities?
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How do the contributors navigate the risk of cultural relativism versus universal standards of truth when studying tribal worldviews?
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