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Sacred Pain: Hurting the Body for the Sake of the Soul
Sacred Pain: Hurting the Body for the Sake of the Soul
Pain and Religion
Guide Rating -  
Pros  •  Comparative study - many religions discussed
•  Explores why and how religion can use pain positively
•  Touches on many issues regarding religious experiences
Cons  •  Topic is very complex
The Bottom Line - The uses of pain in religion is a very difficult subject and not one usually addressed in books on religion or religious history - Glucklich has, however, done a great job and anyone interested in the topic should consider this book.
 
Product Description
•  Tries to answer the question of why people hurt themselves for religious reasons
•  Explores alternative ways to interpret pain and suffering
•  Shows the use of pain in religions all over the world
 
 
Guide Review

Religion and Pain
For most people, pain is something to be avoided: it is a sign that something is wrong and that something needs to be fixed. But for a few people, at least some times, pain is something sought after. There are even religious reasons to seek pain and discomfort. But why would people do this? Are they insane, or do they know something the rest of us don't?

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