Shamans, among the Reindeer Tungus of Siberia:

a. can be either men or women.
b. can neither control spirits nor stop them from causing harm.
c. are distinct because they never serve as mediums for spirits.
d. use no special paraphernalia such as costumes or mirrors.
e. are full-time specialists.


a

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