Religion and Lust, or the Psychical Correlation of Religious Emotion and Sexual Desire (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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A provocative look at how religious feeling and sexual desire have shaped human culture. This book argues that phallic worship and the generative impulse helped form early beliefs, rituals, and moral codes across civilizations.

The author links ideas from psychology, anthropology, and history to explain why sacred and sexual energies are deeply intertwined. It presents theories of consciousness and suggests that certain desires can lie hidden in the mind until circumstances bring them to the surface. Through historical examples, it shows how ancient practices echoed into modern culture, shaping religion, art, and social norms.

- Discover how early worship of the generative principle influenced sacred rites and beliefs.
- Learn about the idea of a “duplex personality” and how hidden impulses may affect behavior.
- See cross-cultural examples from Hebrews, the Aztecs, and other peoples to understand lasting religious echoes.
- Consider a wide view of how sexuality and spirituality may have evolved together over time.

Ideal for readers of history, psychology, and cultural studies who want a challenging look at the roots of religion and desire.

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