The Psychology of Religious Mysticism by James H. Leuba is a comprehensive exploration of the psychological aspects of religious experiences. The book examines the nature of religious mysticism and the various psychological factors that contribute to these experiences. Leuba analyzes the role of emotion, imagination, and cognition in religious experiences and how they influence the perception of the divine. The book also explores the relationship between religious mysticism and mental health, as well as the potential ...
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The Psychology of Religious Mysticism by James H. Leuba is a comprehensive exploration of the psychological aspects of religious experiences. The book examines the nature of religious mysticism and the various psychological factors that contribute to these experiences. Leuba analyzes the role of emotion, imagination, and cognition in religious experiences and how they influence the perception of the divine. The book also explores the relationship between religious mysticism and mental health, as well as the potential benefits and drawbacks of religious experiences. With its thorough analysis and insightful observations, The Psychology of Religious Mysticism is an essential read for anyone interested in the intersection of psychology and spirituality.1925. This book is a psychological study of human nature. It includes, it is true, a philosophical chapter and also one in which are set forth the practical consequences to religion of some of its conclusions. The book is to be judged as primarily a psychological study of the aspects of human nature more conspicuous in mystical religion. Contents: mysticism and religion; mystical ecstasy as produced by physical means; yoga system of mental concentration and religious mysticism; Christian mysticism; methods of Christian mysticism; moral development of the great mystics; great mystics, hysteria and neurasthenia; ecstasy, religious and otherwise; main characteristics of trance consciousness; sense of invisible presence and divine guidance; religion, science and philosophy; disappearance of the belief in a personal Superhuman cause and the welfare of humanity.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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