F. Hoare

Spirit-Possession in Fiji: The Pastoral Challenges of Discerning and Healing

Mission studies June 1, 2023 F. Hoare

Spirit possession elicits two common responses – rites to exorcise Satan or medical intervention. Drawing on pastoral experiences in the two major cultures of Fiji, this paper examines different types of spirit possession from the perspectives of social anthropology, psychology, and theology, which all play important roles in dealing with cases of spirit possession. Understanding of and...