Spirit Possession and Trance

Spirit Possession and Trance
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Publisher : A&C Black
Total Pages : 378
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ISBN-10 : 9781441191359
ISBN-13 : 1441191356
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Book Synopsis Spirit Possession and Trance by : Bettina E. Schmidt

Download or read book Spirit Possession and Trance written by Bettina E. Schmidt and published by A&C Black. This book was released on 2011-11-03 with total page 378 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Spirit possession is a phenomenon that often elicits a response of fear, particular in those who are ignorant of its meaning and role within its particular religious and cultural traditions. Possession by divine beings (such as spirits or gods) is, however, a key practice in religions worldwide. It is therefore important to gain an understanding of this practice in its cultural context before trying to develop a wider theory about it. This fascinating book contains several case studies that present new interpretations of spirit possession worldwide. The authors show the diversity of possible interpretations and methodological approaches that provide a new insight into the understanding of possession and trance.


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