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Jesuit Short Paper 1 26 by mrc191 is a document available to read on EtoBox.
Seventeenth-century Jesuits in the New World served as both missionaries and explorers, leading to a tension between their curiosity and condescension towards Native American practices. They rejected native spiritual remedies while expressing interest in herbal treatments, showcasing a duality in their documentation. Despite condemning certain practices, their writings reveal a meticulous recording of native customs and beliefs, reflecting their responsibilities as both missionaries and explorers.
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