Date of Defense
4-23-2002
Department
Comparative Religion
First Advisor
Dr. Gregory Howard
Second Advisor
Dr. Susanne Mrozik
Third Advisor
Dr. Vyacheslav Karpov
Abstract
Religions are often the foundations of societies. A person's religion helps guide his/her behaviors, thoughts, goals and priorities. Religious beliefs are often those beliefs that are adhered to most strongly; they hold incredible power over the believer and the non-believer alike. In many societies around the world, religion is used as a form of social control, and it is often the primary force behind governmental policies and social opinions and expressions. Examining social processes within a religious context allows us to analyze certain societies and their patterns of interactions in a very deep and detailed manner. A particular society or culture cannot be truly understood without examining the religious beliefs, duties and practices that guide the functions of that society.
Recommended Citation
Proskow, Amy, "Trading Sex for Karma in Thailand: An Analysis of the Reciprocal Relationship Between Buddhist Monastics and Thai Prostitutes" (2002). Honors Theses. 1887.
https://scholarworks.wmich.edu/honors_theses/1887
Access Setting
Honors Thesis-Open Access
