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Agony and ecstasy: the lives of mystics

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Mysticism Across Cultures: Connections and Contemporary Practices

This chapter examines the commonalities of mysticism in various religions, with a focus on the Abrahamic faiths and the challenges faced by women in accessing these spiritual traditions. It also addresses the rise of alternative spiritual practices in the wake of declining institutional religion.

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