Religion And Health by James J. Walsh
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| Author | Walsh, James J. (James Joseph), 1865-1942 |
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| LoC No. | 20021211 |
| Title | Religion And Health |
| Note | Reading ease score: 44.8 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Contents | Introduction -- Can we still believe? -- Prayer -- Sacrifice -- Charity -- Fasting and abstinence -- Holydays and holidays -- Recreation and dissipation -- Mortification -- Excesses -- Purity -- Insanity -- Nervous disease -- Dreads -- Suffering -- Pain -- Suicide and homicide -- Longevity -- The Bible and health -- Health and religion. |
| Credits | Produced by Don Kostuch |
| Summary | "Religion And Health" by James J. Walsh is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. It explores the intricate relationships between religious beliefs and health outcomes, emphasizing the importance of understanding how one's sense of obligation to a higher power can influence both mental and physical well-being. The book addresses broad and profound themes, aiming to provide insight into the interconnectedness of spiritual and health perspectives. The opening of the book begins with an introduction that sets the stage for a thoughtful exploration of the concepts of religion and health, both of which the author argues are difficult to define but integral to human experience. Walsh discusses how modern perceptions of religion may be waning in the face of scientific progress, but he suggests that an instinctual religious feeling persists within humanity. He presents the idea that the absence of this instinct might contribute to rising mental health issues, including increased instances of suicide and insanity. He sets up a framework for discussing the mutual influences of religious practice and health, indicating that fostering a connection to a higher power could lead to better health outcomes. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BR: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity |
| Subject | Health -- Religious aspects |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 37032 |
| Release Date | Aug 10, 2011 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 8, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 89 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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