A Study in the Psychology of Ritualism: A Dissertation Submitted to the Faculty of the Graduate School of Arts and Literature in Candidacy for the ... (Department of Philosophy) (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Frederick Goodrich Henke

 
9781333400224: A Study in the Psychology of Ritualism: A Dissertation Submitted to the Faculty of the Graduate School of Arts and Literature in Candidacy for the ... (Department of Philosophy) (Classic Reprint)

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This book examines the origin, evolution, and persistence of rituals as a cultural phenomenon. The author, an established expert in the field, argues that rituals are always social reactions designed to mediate practical control. Drawing on extensive anthropological and historical research, the author traces the development of rituals from their origins in primitive food and sex impulses to their complex manifestations in modern society. By shedding light on the psychological underpinnings of rituals, this book provides a deeper understanding of their enduring power and their role in shaping human behavior. The author demonstrates that rituals are not merely relics of the past but continue to play a vital role in contemporary life, offering a sense of community and meaning in an increasingly fragmented world.

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