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The law of possession : ritual, healing, and the secular state /

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Rituals combining healing with spirit possession and court-like proceedings are found around the world and throughout history. Modern, secular states have systematically attempted to eliminate them. 'The Law of Possession' compares and analyses the internal logic of such practices, as well...

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Other Authors: Sax, William Sturman, 1957- (Editor), Basu, Helene (Editor)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: New York, NY : Oxford University Press, [2015]
Subjects:
Political customs and rites.
Justice, Administration of.
Spirit possession.
Traditional medicine.
Healers > Legal status, laws, etc.
Mœurs politiques.
Possession par les esprits.
BODY, MIND & SPIRIT > Inspiration & Personal Growth.
BODY, MIND & SPIRIT > Spirituality > General.
RELIGION > Christianity > General.
RELIGION > Devotional.
RELIGION > Spirituality.
Justice, Administration of
Political customs and rites
Spirit possession
Traditional medicine
Electronic books.
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