Chapter 1 Introduction Chapter 2 Evolution of a Pluralist Chapter 3 James's Conversion Typology Chapter 4 Prophets Chapter 5 Monks Chapter 6 Mystics Chapter 7 Between Me and My God
Lynn Bridgers is assistant professor of pastoral ministries and religious education at St. Thomas University in Miami.
In Contemporary Varieties of Religious Experience, Lynn Bridgers's
agile mind wields the conceptual tools of psychology, theology, and
history to make original connections and draw gifted insights,
while avoiding easy reductionism. Contemporary Varieties is a clear
standout in the area of recent scholarship on William James and
religion.
*John Snarey, Candler School of Theology and the Department of
Psychology, Emory University*
Lynn Bridgers's expose on conversion is exquisite - a thoroughly
researched and beautifully written contribution to the psychology
of religious experience and practical theology. In these pages,
readers will discover the rich textures of diverse religious forms
- especially the prophetic, monastic, and mystical. Her book will
surely be as influential as it is impressive.
*Mary Elizabeth Moore, Director of Women in Theology and Professor
of Religion & Education at Candler School of Theology, Emory
University, Director of Women in Theology and Professor of Religion
& Education at Candler School of Theology, Emory University*
Anyone who loves William James' s Varieties of Religious Experience
will be grateful to Lynn Bridgers for this well researched, well
argued book affirming James's basic theses and continuing
relevance. Contemporary Varieties of Religious Experience marshals
a wealth of current research data, makes an important contribution
to the psychology of religion, and is an altogether fascinating and
informative read.
*Rodney J. Hunter, Professor of Pastoral Theology at Candler School
of Theology, Emory University*
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