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The Role of Religion in History – Lecture 1: Primitive Religion

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Supernatural Power: Impersonal vs Personal

The speakers explore the concept of supernatural power and its two ways of conception: impersonal and personal. They discuss how magicians seek to command nature through dreams and visions, while the personal approach involves relating to disembodied persons through prayer and supplication. The chapter also highlights various models of interpersonal relationships in personal religions and discusses examples ranging from witch doctors to the power of Christ.

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