The Rod of Discipline: Masochism, Sadism, and the Judeo-Christian Religion

Within the Judeo-Christian tradition, the scenario where a person, often a child, is being beaten by a parent, an authority figure, or even God, is often found. This essay searches for an explanation for this phenomenon by combining Sigmund Freud's thoughts on the masochism of the Oedipus compl...

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Main Author: Hamman, Jaco J. 1967- (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
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Published: Springer Science + Business Media B. V. [2000]
In: Journal of religion and health
Year: 2000, Volume: 39, Issue: 4, Pages: 319-328
Further subjects:B masochism
B Martin Bergmann
B Sigmund Freud
B Sadism
B Physical Abuse
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