William James' The Varieties of Religious Experience revisited.
Journal of religion and health December 1, 2008 Curtis W Hart 6 citations
William James' classic work, The Varieties of Religious Experience, was shaped by his familial, religious, and cultural context, particularly the influence of his father, Henry James, Senior. A severe cardiac condition also motivated James to undertake and complete his exploration of religious experience. The essay examines The Varieties and highlights how James' use of narrative contributes to the study of mind-body medicine.