9780259525455 - Religious Delusions: A Psychic Study (Classic Reprint) de Coombs, James Vincent (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the intriguing realm of psychic phenomena and religious delusions, offering a historical and analytical perspective on topics such as superstition, witchcraft, Mohammedism, Seventh-day Adventism, and mental healing. The author, drawing upon extensive research from various sources including the London Psychic Research Society and renowned scholars, guides readers through the origins and evolution of these beliefs, exposing their fallacies and highlighting the dangers they pose to society. The narrative explores the historical roots of superstition and its impact on the development of beliefs like witchcraft, which led to widespread persecution and suffering during the 17th century. The author examines religious movements such as Mohammedism and Seventh-day Adventism, providing insights into their founders, doctrines, and historical context. The discussion extends to the power of the mind and its influence on practices like hypnotism and mental healing, shedding light on the potential for both genuine therapeutic benefits and deceptive practices. By critically examining these diverse subjects, this book challenges readers to distinguish between legitimate phenomena and unfounded beliefs. It encourages a rational and evidence-based approach to understanding the complexities of human experience, ultimately advocating for the liberating power of truth and reason in overcoming harmful delusions. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.