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Varieties of Religious Experience

Varieties of Religious Experience

Written by: William James
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 The Varieties of Religious Experience A Study in Human Nature is a groundbreaking work by Harvard psychologist and philosopher William James. Based on his captivating Gifford Lectures on Natural Theology delivered at the University of Edinburgh from 1901 to 1902, this book explores the essence of religion and critiques the lack of scientific inquiry in the academic study of faith. Since its release, it has become a cornerstone in both psychology and philosophy, remaining relevant and in print for over a century. (Summary by Wikipedia)Copyright Politics, Philosophy, Religion
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  • 024 - Postscript

    024 - Postscript
    Feb 10 2026
    The Varieties of Religious Experience A Study in Human Nature is a groundbreaking work by Harvard psychologist and philosopher William James. Based on his captivating Gifford Lectures on Natural Theology delivered at the University of Edinburgh from 1901 to 1902, this book explores the essence of religion and critiques the lack of scientific inquiry in the academic study of faith. Since its release, it has become a cornerstone in both psychology and philosophy, remaining relevant and in print for over a century. (Summary by Wikipedia)
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    17 mins
  • 023 - Lecture 20 Part 2 - Conclusions

    023 - Lecture 20 Part 2 - Conclusions
    Feb 10 2026
    The Varieties of Religious Experience A Study in Human Nature is a groundbreaking work by Harvard psychologist and philosopher William James. Based on his captivating Gifford Lectures on Natural Theology delivered at the University of Edinburgh from 1901 to 1902, this book explores the essence of religion and critiques the lack of scientific inquiry in the academic study of faith. Since its release, it has become a cornerstone in both psychology and philosophy, remaining relevant and in print for over a century. (Summary by Wikipedia)
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    56 mins
  • 022 - Lecture 20 Part 1 - Conclusions

    022 - Lecture 20 Part 1 - Conclusions
    Feb 10 2026
    The Varieties of Religious Experience A Study in Human Nature is a groundbreaking work by Harvard psychologist and philosopher William James. Based on his captivating Gifford Lectures on Natural Theology delivered at the University of Edinburgh from 1901 to 1902, this book explores the essence of religion and critiques the lack of scientific inquiry in the academic study of faith. Since its release, it has become a cornerstone in both psychology and philosophy, remaining relevant and in print for over a century. (Summary by Wikipedia)
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    37 mins
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