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Magic, Witchcraft, and Religion: An Anthropological Study of the Supernatural
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Romance
Mystery
Science Fiction
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Format
Pocketbok
Sidor
556
Språk
Engelska
Publicerad
Sep 15, 2006
Förlag
McGraw-Hill Humanities/Social Sciences/Languages
Utgåva
7
ISBN-10
0073405213
ISBN-13
9780073405216
Beskrivning
This insightful exploration delves into the intricate relationship between magic, witchcraft, and religion through an anthropological lens. The authors bring together diverse perspectives to illuminate how different cultures understand the supernatural and its impact on societal norms and practices. By drawing on a variety of case studies, they reveal that the boundaries between magic and religion are often blurred, challenging preconceived notions of these concepts.
Through engaging narratives, the reader is invited to witness how belief systems shape individual identities and community dynamics. The book intricately weaves historical and contemporary examples, creating a rich tapestry of human experience. The authors emphasize the importance of context in understanding rituals and beliefs, showcasing how they adapt and evolve across different cultures.
Ultimately, this work offers a profound commentary on the significance of the supernatural in human life, encouraging readers to think critically about the roles that magic and religion play in shaping cultural identities and addressing existential questions across the globe.
Through engaging narratives, the reader is invited to witness how belief systems shape individual identities and community dynamics. The book intricately weaves historical and contemporary examples, creating a rich tapestry of human experience. The authors emphasize the importance of context in understanding rituals and beliefs, showcasing how they adapt and evolve across different cultures.
Ultimately, this work offers a profound commentary on the significance of the supernatural in human life, encouraging readers to think critically about the roles that magic and religion play in shaping cultural identities and addressing existential questions across the globe.
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