The Religious Sentiment (eBook)

Its Source and Aim: A Contribution to the Science and / Philosophy of Religion
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2022
174 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654733957-1 (EAN)

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The Religious Sentiment - Daniel G. Brinton
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In his seminal work 'The Religious Sentiment', Daniel G. Brinton explores the complex interplay between religion, culture, and society. The book delves into the various forms of religious expression across different civilizations, shedding light on the universal nature of the religious sentiment. Brinton's writing is characterized by a profound understanding of anthropology and psychology, offering readers a deeper insight into the role of religion in shaping human behavior and belief systems. Written in a scholarly and thought-provoking manner, this book is a valuable contribution to the study of religious studies and cultural anthropology. Brinton's exploration of the religious sentiment within diverse cultural contexts provides readers with a comprehensive understanding of the inherent human need for spiritual connection and meaning. This book is highly recommended for readers interested in the intersection of religion, culture, and psychology, as well as anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the universal aspects of the religious experience.

Daniel Garrison Brinton (1837-1899) was a pioneering American archeologist and ethnologist whose intensive work in the field of Native American languages and cultures marked him as a notable figure in the scholarly circles of the late 19th century. Brinton was born in Thornbury Township, Pennsylvania, and after obtaining his M.D. from Jefferson Medical College in 1860, he served as a surgeon in the Union Army during the American Civil War. Brinton's medical career, however, was overshadowed by his impassioned interest in ethnology and anthropology, fields in which he was largely self-taught. His literary oeuvre includes 'The Religious Sentiment: Its Source and Aim: A Contribution to the Science and Philosophy of Religion' (1876), in which he explores the nature and development of religious feelings in human societies, aiming to probe its psychological and sociological underpinnings. Brinton's scholarly style combines extensive field research with comparative analysis, manifest in his works on myth, language, and culture. He held the position of Professor of Ethnology and Archaeology at the Academy of Natural Sciences in Philadelphia, highlighting his active engagement with academic communities. Brinton's contributions have been instrumental in shaping the early contours of American anthropological and ethnographic studies, cementing his legacy as a dedicated and influential scholar in his field.

Erscheint lt. Verlag 16.9.2022
Verlagsort Prague
Sprache englisch
Themenwelt Geisteswissenschaften Philosophie
Geisteswissenschaften Religion / Theologie Christentum
Schlagworte american ethnologist • Comparative Religion • Cultural Anthropology • cultural heritage • Daniel G. Brinton • divine connection • Historical Analysis • historical religious perspectives • Human consciousness • intellectual discourse • Mythology • Philosophical theology • Philosophy • Philosophy of Religion • psychological inquiry • Psychology of religion • Rationalism • Religion • Religions • Religious Philosophy • religious thought • Spiritual Evolution • spirituality and belief • theology and culture
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