The Religious Sentiment Its Source and Aim: A Contribution to the Science and Philosophy of Religion (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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Unlock the roots of belief
This concise study uses psychology, history, and philosophy to explain why people imagine gods, how religious sentiment grows, and what it reveals about human thought. It treats religion as a product of mind, not superstition, and asks what ideas endure under changing conditions.
The book presents a clear framework for the science and philosophy of religion. It shows how emotional and rational elements interact, how myths and rites arise, and how inquiry can separate evidence from tradition. This edition offers accessible explanations of complex ideas about mind, belief, and culture, with an emphasis on careful reasoning and historical context.- Explore how mind and emotion shape religious experience
- See how myths, symbols, and rites express shared human needs
- Differentiate the science of religion from its philosophy
- Understand claims about prayer, inspiration, and revelation through a critical lens
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the origins, purpose, and significance of religious sentiment, defined as the complex feeling that gives rise to religious displays. The author argues that all religions share a unity of kind and purpose, stemming from the universal human need for meaning and fulfillment. The book analyzes the psychological elements of the religious sentiment, including sensations, emotions, and intellect, and examines how these elements combine to form religious beliefs and practices. The author also discusses the role of religious sentiment in shaping human history and culture, and concludes by suggesting that religion is a fundamental and enduring aspect of the human experience that continues to play a vital role in shaping individual lives and societies. 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. Seller Inventory # 9781330140581_0
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