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About The Book: "The Religious Consciousness: A Psychological Study" by James Bissett Pratt provides a thorough examination of religious experience and its psychological aspects. Pratt begins by exploring diverse definitions of religion and its manifestations across cultures. He analyzes the psychological mechanisms behind religious beliefs, such as emotion and intuition, and discusses the connection between religion and morality. Pratt also investigates perceptions of the divine and includes case studies to illustrate his points. Overall, the book offers a nuanced understanding of religious consciousness, drawing from various disciplines like philosophy and anthropology, making it essential for those interested in psychology of religion. About The Author: James Bissett Pratt (1875–1944) was a prominent philosopher and educator, holding the Mark Hopkins Chair of Intellectual and Moral Philosophy at Williams College. Born in Elmira, New York, he graduated from Williams College and later earned his doctorate from Harvard University under William James. Pratt authored significant works on philosophy, including "The Psychology of Religious Belief" and "India and Its Faiths." The Title 'The Religious Consciousness: A Psychological Study written/authored/edited by James Bissett Pratt', published in the year 2024. The ISBN 9789362087409 is assigned to the Paperback version of this title. This book has total of pp. 502 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is Psychology. Size of the book is 13.34 x 21.59 cms Vol: