The 16 Strivings for God : The New Psychology of Religious Experiences.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Reiss, Steven.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Psychology and religion.

Psychology, Religious.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (123 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Macon, GA : Mercer University Press, 2015.

Summary:

This book explores the psychological foundations of religious experiences through the lens of Steven Reiss's theory, the 16 strivings for God. It argues that religion addresses a wide range of human needs beyond traditional explanations like fear of death or the search for understanding. Reiss posits that religion is multifaceted and rooted in fundamental psychological desires, offering insights into why individuals embrace religion, the motivations behind asceticism and mysticism, and the diverse expressions of spirituality. The book is informed by personal reflection, scholarly analysis, and interdisciplinary perspectives, aiming to provide a new framework for understanding the role of religion in human life. It appeals to psychologists, theologians, and general readers interested in the intersection of psychology and spirituality. Generated by AI.

Contents:

The 16 Strivings for God

Dedication

Contents

Chapter 1: The Raison d’etre for Religion

Chapter 2: The 16 Basic Desires of Human Nature

Chapter 3: Why People Embrace Religion

Chapter 4: God as an Expression of our Basic Desires

Chapter 5: What Motivates Asceticism?

Chapter 6: What Motivates Mysticism?

Chapter 7: Contradictions of Human Nature

Chapter 8: Conclusion

Acknowledgments

About the Author

References

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Other Format:

Print version: Reiss, Steven The 16 Strivings for God

ISBN:

9780881465587

OCLC:

1482265404