Publisher's Synopsis
Demon Possession and Allied Themes is a book written by John L. Nevius that explores the topic of demon possession from a Christian perspective. The book delves into the history of demon possession, the different types of possession, and how it has been viewed and dealt with throughout the ages. Nevius also discusses the relationship between demon possession and mental illness, as well as the role of exorcism in the Christian faith. The book draws on biblical references and other theological sources to provide a comprehensive understanding of the topic. It is a valuable resource for those interested in the intersection of religion and mental health, as well as those seeking to deepen their understanding of Christian theology.1897. Being an inductive study of phenomena of our own times. Some of the readers of these pages will in all probability be disappointed in finding the characters and doings of spirits much less interesting and creditable than they are as represented in the familiar writings of Dante and Milton. It must be borne in mind that this is not a work of the imagination, and that the author is not responsible for the characters he introduces. His object is to present a truthful statement of facts, confident that from such a course, nothing but good can come to the cause either of science or religion.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.
