Suicide Among Monotheistic Religions: Between Sacrifice, Honour and Power
This article discusses the problem of suicide in monotheistic religions (Judaism, Christianity and Islam), focusing on their early existence and considering the original contribution of Christianity. The first part presents the main theses of E. Durkheim on altruistic suicide and the concept of hono...
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Format: | Electronic Article |
Language: | English |
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Springer Science + Business Media B. V.
2023
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Journal of religion and health
Year: 2023, Volume: 62, Issue: 6, Pages: 3709-3738 |
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Religious suicide
B Spiritual and psychological power B Altruistic suicide B Honour-shame B Durkheim B Martyrdom |
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