书目名称 | The Demons of William James | 副标题 | Religious Pragmatism | 编辑 | Tadd Ruetenik | 视频video | http://file.papertrans.cn/908/907342/907342.mp4 | 概述 | Blends historical context with current practices of demonology, exorcism.Engages the concept of demonology, considering how alien possession becomes a contemporary form of demon possession.Much like d | 图书封面 |  | 描述 | .This book is a psychological exploration of unusual minds, a religious exploration of demonological myth, and a philosophical exploration of the reaches of pragmatism. It uses topics such as hypnotism, mediumship, and mass possession to argue for a comprehensive understanding of the demonic that acknowledges not only the creativity which it encourages, but also the danger it can bring. Professor Ruetenik uses James’ religious pragmatism to evaluate the relevance of psychical research, and to explain common beliefs regarding demons, spirits, and other controlling personalities. .The conclusion of this interdisciplinary research is as alarming as it is fascinating: When exploring the demons of William James, we discover that ordinary personality cannot be clearly separated from what we consider the demonic.. | 出版日期 | Book 2018 | 关键词 | William James; Demons; American philosophy; pragmatism; psychology; religion and society | 版次 | 1 | doi | https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-91623-1 | isbn_softcover | 978-3-030-06269-9 | isbn_ebook | 978-3-319-91623-1 | copyright | The Editor(s) (if applicable) and The Author(s) 2018 |
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