Hopi ethics: a theoretical analysis.
RB Brandt - 1954 - psycnet.apa.org
RB Brandt
1954•psycnet.apa.orgThis book contains a detailed analysis of ethical values and attitudes held by Hopi Indians.
The analysis is based upon first-hand data gathered in anthropological field work, and
incorporates the viewpoints of the moral philosopher, the anthropologist, and the social
psychologist. Emphasis is placed upon the system of values and ethical ideas as revealed in
Hopi language. The work is divided into 6 sections: The Hopi and his world; the structure of
the Hopi conscience; the ideal personality; standards for conduct: ethical principles; some …
The analysis is based upon first-hand data gathered in anthropological field work, and
incorporates the viewpoints of the moral philosopher, the anthropologist, and the social
psychologist. Emphasis is placed upon the system of values and ethical ideas as revealed in
Hopi language. The work is divided into 6 sections: The Hopi and his world; the structure of
the Hopi conscience; the ideal personality; standards for conduct: ethical principles; some …
Abstract
This book contains a detailed analysis of ethical values and attitudes held by Hopi Indians. The analysis is based upon first-hand data gathered in anthropological field work, and incorporates the viewpoints of the moral philosopher, the anthropologist, and the social psychologist. Emphasis is placed upon the system of values and ethical ideas as revealed in Hopi language. The work is divided into 6 sections: The Hopi and his world; the structure of the Hopi conscience; the ideal personality; standards for conduct: ethical principles; some patterns of cultural process; and a psychological theory of some Hopi norms. 179-item bibliography.(PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2016 APA, all rights reserved)
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