Mary and femininity: A psychological critique

This essay uses Freud to interpret the symbolism and theology of Mary in modern Catholicism. In her role as the mother of believers, Mary functions to place the Christian in the position of a child who receives illusory gratification from the mother. In her role as model for Christians to emulate, M...

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Main Author: Harrington, Patricia A. (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
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Published: Springer Science + Business Media B. V. [1984]
In: Journal of religion and health
Year: 1984, Volume: 23, Issue: 3, Pages: 204-217
Further subjects:B Feminist Perspective
B Psychological Critique
B Social Structure
B Psychological Maturity
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