Nature and function of rituals, the: fire from heaven
Auteur :
Heinze, Ruth-Inge
Éditeur :
Heinze, Ruth-Inge
ISBN :
9780897896634
Date de publication :
30 janv. 2000
Dimensions :
23,5 x 15,5 x 3,0 cm
Poids :
694 g
Langue :
Anglais
Pays d'origine :
USA
This work challenges the notion that traditional rituals have been obviated by modern societies. The 17 studies illuminate the power of ritual to facilitate life transitions and include discussions of rituals associated with childbirth, adolescent initiation, and wedding and funeral rites.