Invisible Riders. Cults of obsession through the eyes of scientists
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The book "Invisible Riders: Cults of Possession Through the Eyes of Scientists" will open the path to the religious history of the peoples of Africa and the African diaspora of the New World, introducing the mysteries of cults of possession and the amazing discoveries of anthropologists. The author offers a unique perspective on the historical roots and development of African cultures, attempting to find answers to many mysteries. What is the connection between voodoo and the Black Lives Matter movement? How to conceive the spirit of a prematurely deceased child to turn them into an adult warrior? Why did colonial ethnography consider magic a manifestation of savagery and backwardness, while modern scientists claim that spirits and deities cannot be reduced to mere human imagination alone? What are the states of trance and the ways to immerse oneself in them? You will learn about the origins and transformations of ritual practices in voodoo, Santeria, zar, and other directions, about the interaction of their followers with modern technologies and globalization. You will see how these cults adapt and undergo changes in today's world, preserving their ancient essence. If you are ready to follow the author and delve into the world of "invisible riders," it's time to open this book.
Author:
Author:Nestor Pilyavsky
Cover:
Cover:hardcover
Category:
- Category:Politics & Social Science
- Category:Religion & Spiritually
Dimensions:
Dimensions:24.5x17.5x2.1 cm
Series:
Series:Cultural environment
ISBN:
ISBN:978-5-17-152578-1
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