The Spiritual Dimensions of Healing Rituals in Ancient Mesopotamia

The spell formula called the Marduk-Ea incantation from ancient Mesopotamia is unique in history of medicine due to its documented use of almost 3000 years. The incantation was recited in exorcistic healing rituals. The formal structure of the spell is studied from the point of view of neuroscience...

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Main Author: Annus, Amar 1974- (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
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Published: Springer Science + Business Media B. V. [2020]
In: Journal of religion and health
Year: 2020, Volume: 59, Issue: 5, Pages: 2486-2503
Further subjects:B Ancient Mesopotamia
B Healing incantations
B Incubation rituals
B Decentring mechanism
B spiritual experiences
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