Healing: Pagan and Christian

By George Gordon Dawson

Book Overview

Healing: Pagan and Christian is a book written by George Gordon Dawson that explores the concept of healing from both pagan and Christian perspectives. The book delves into the history of healing practices and beliefs, examining how they have evolved over time and how they have been influenced by different cultures and religions.Dawson discusses the role of healing in ancient pagan societies and how it was often intertwined with religious beliefs and practices. He also explores the Christian approach to healing, examining the teachings of Jesus and the role of faith in the healing process.Throughout the book, Dawson draws on his own experiences as a Christian minister and healer, sharing personal stories and insights into the healing process. He also provides practical advice for those seeking to incorporate healing practices into their own lives.Overall, Healing: Pagan and Christian offers a unique perspective on the concept of healing, exploring its history, its role in different cultures and religions, and its potential for personal growth and transformation.1935. Argues for the inclusion of Christian Religious Healing in the course of medical treatments, comparing ancient Pagan medicine and early Christian healing. Contents: Primitive conceptions of disease and death; Primitive doctor; Ancient civilizations of the Sumerians, Babylonians and the Assyrians in relationship with the art of healing; Healing methods of the Egyptians and the Persians; Healing methods of the Greeks: sacerdotal and scientific; Healing methods of the Romans until the time of Jesus Christ; Healing methods of the Jews until the time of Jesus Christ; Jesus Christ and healing; Healing in the Christian Church in the time of the Reformation; Physical healing to the Renaissance period; Physical healing from the Renaissance to modern times; Mental healing: the growth of scientific explanation; Spiritual healing from the Renaissance to the present day; Health, healing and healers.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162582448
• ISBN13: 9781162582443
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 336 Pages
• Weight: 1.67 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 8.3" x 11.0"