The Psychology of Religious BeliefThis book is concerned with empirical studies of religious belief, and the contexts within which they are to be understood. It also examines classical views of religion, its structures and parameters, the readiness for religion, and the reasons for accepting religious beliefs. While some knowledge of psychology is assumed, the book is designed to be more generally intelligible to the average reader. |
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... nature of belief Any examination of the meaning of " belief ” inevitably turns us to religion itself : the Oxford Dictionary traces " belief " from trust or confidence in a person , as " fides " , although " faith " has superseded ...
... nature of belief Any examination of the meaning of " belief ” inevitably turns us to religion itself : the Oxford Dictionary traces " belief " from trust or confidence in a person , as " fides " , although " faith " has superseded ...
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... natural law . There is neither a personal creator nor an infinite intelligent Being . Nature is wholly indifferent to man . Natural law may be spoken of as " spiritual force , " but this in no way adds to or changes its character . 6 ...
... natural law . There is neither a personal creator nor an infinite intelligent Being . Nature is wholly indifferent to man . Natural law may be spoken of as " spiritual force , " but this in no way adds to or changes its character . 6 ...
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... natural " or inevitable appeal for divine help or support and even what prepares one for it , although one must recognize that our culture gives us God - concepts that can be interpreted as a device to tame the cruelties of nature ...
... natural " or inevitable appeal for divine help or support and even what prepares one for it , although one must recognize that our culture gives us God - concepts that can be interpreted as a device to tame the cruelties of nature ...
Contents
Introduction 12356789 | 1 |
Beyond the classics | 11 |
Identifying the religious variable | 37 |
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