Introduction to Mesoamerican Astrology
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6 Class Meetings
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| Course Description: |
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Bruce Scofield's research and subsequent writings about Mesoamerican astrology surpasses any other in the world and Bruce has put his knowledge into a two part course. With a clear and insightful voice, he will, in this and the next course, synthesize the essential aspects of Mesoamerican and Western astrology. This, the beginning course, will give you the keystone of the history and mythology of their civilization, developing the foundation for a full and comprehensive understanding of the Mesoamericn system of astrological symbols and time cycles. This course contains a richness, beauty and depth of meaning beyond anyone's initial expection. |
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Class Meeting 1: Civilization in Mesoamerica: history, culture, major centers, and archaeoastronomy Assignment: Class Meeting 2: Mesoamerican mythology - the Popol Vuh. Assignment: Class Meeting 3: Mesoamerican mythology (con't) - the Popol Vuh, the Five Suns, Gods and Goddesses. Assignment: Class Meeting 4: The Day Signs. Assignment: Class Meeting 5: The Day Signs, the Trecena, Lords of Night and Years. Assignment: Class Meeting 6: Quetzalcoatl and Venus. Assignment: |
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Required materials: The following required materials are available through the IAA online shopping areas:
Suggested/supplemental materials: None |
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