Judeo-Christian religious experience and psychopathology: the legacy of William James.
Transcultural Psychiatry September 1, 2010 DOI: 10.1177/1363461510377568 (opens in new tab) via PubMed
Summary
AI-generated from the abstractThe article explores links between Judeo-Christian religious experience and psychopathology, drawing on William James's Varieties of Religious Experience, particularly his concepts of self, agency, and the subliminal. It discusses contemporary research on Christian conversion, mysticism, and their connections to psychosis, mental health, and healing. The author proposes future research directions.
Study at a glance
| Characteristics | Theoretical or philosophical paper Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Citations | 30 |
| Key finding | Argues that Judeo-Christian religious experiences are related to psychopathology, drawing on William James's concepts and contemporary research on conversion and mysticism. |
Abstract
This article examines the relationship between Judeo-Christian religious experience and psychopathology. It builds on William James's Varieties of Religious Experience and more specifically his discussions of self, agency and the subliminal. Contemporary research on Christian conversion, mysticism, and its relationship to psychosis and mental health and healing are discussed. Future themes for research are proposed.