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Spirit Possession and Trance: New Interdisciplinary Perspectives

Spirit Possession and Trance: New Interdisciplinary Perspectives

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Series: Continuum Advances in Religious Studies, Book 6

Metaphysical General

ISBN10: 0826435742
ISBN13: 9780826435743
Publisher: Continnuum-3PL
Published: May 23 2010
Pages: 258
Weight: 1.15
Height: 0.80 Width: 6.10 Depth: 9.20
Language: English

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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