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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Main Author: Citlak, Amadeusz (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
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Published: Springer Science + Business Media B. V. 2023
In: Journal of religion and health
Year: 2023, Volume: 62, Issue: 6, Pages: 3709-3738
Further subjects:B Religious suicide
B Spiritual and psychological power
B Altruistic suicide
B Honour-shame
B Durkheim
B Martyrdom
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