Religion and Health.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Walsh, James J.

Series:

Religion and Spirituality Series

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Religion.

Spirituality.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (246 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

New York : Nova Science Publishers, Incorporated, 2026.

Summary:

This work explores the complex relationship between religion and health, examining how spiritual practices and beliefs influence mental and physical well-being. The author discusses topics such as prayer, sacrifice, charity, fasting, and the impact of religious obligations on health outcomes. The book also delves into broader themes, including the role of religion in addressing mental health issues like suicide and insanity, and the historical and cultural connections between health and spirituality. Through a combination of philosophical inquiry and practical observations, the text highlights the mutual influence of religious devotion and health, emphasizing the importance of a holistic approach to human well-being. Generated by AI.

Contents:

Intro

Contents

Preface*

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 [Footnote 18]

Index

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Notes:

Description based on publisher supplied metadata and other sources.

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ISBN:

979-89-01-34132-2

OCLC:

1574119214