Spirit Possession and Trance: New Interdisciplinary Perspectives

Schmidt, Bettina (Editor)/ Huskinson, Lucy (Editor)

ISBN 10: 0826435742 / ISBN 13: 9780826435743

Published by Continuum Intl Pub Group, 2010

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264 pages. 9.50x6.50x1.00 inches. In Stock.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Spirit Possession and Trance: New Interdisciplinary Perspectives
• Publisher: Continuum Intl Pub Group
• Publication Date: 2010
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0826435742
• ISBN 13: 9780826435743
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Brand New
• Weight: 0.52 kilograms

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Synopsis

Spirit possession is a phenomenon that often elicits a response of fear, particular in those who are ignorant of its meaning and role within its particular religious and cultural traditions. Possession by divine beings (such as spirits or gods) is, however, a key practice in religions worldwide. It is therefore important to gain an understanding of this practice in its cultural context before trying to develop a wider theory about it.

This fascinating book contains several case studies that present new interpretations of spirit possession worldwide. The authors show the diversity of possible interpretations and methodological approaches that provide a new insight into the understanding of possession and trance.

About the Authors

Bettina E. Schmidt is Professor in the Study of Religions and Anthropology of Religion in the Centre of Humanities and Social Sciences at the University of Wales Trinity Saint David, UK.

Lucy Huskinson, Ph.D. is Professor of Philosophy at Bangor University, UK, and author of various books and articles on philosophy, psychoanalysis, and the built environment.