KerrTexas Posted April 14, 2021 Share Posted April 14, 2021 There are several sources to be able to read The Golden Bough written by Sir James Frazer, however, the linked PDF format here is the one I use since I can read the pages on my computer, ipad or phone. Helpful, since reading The Golden Bough can take a lot of time to read and a lot of time to ponder what is read. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KerrTexas Posted April 14, 2021 Author Share Posted April 14, 2021 The Golden Bough is a wide-ranging, comparative study of mythology and religion, written by the Scottish anthropologist Sir James George Frazer. The Golden Bough was first published in two volumes in 1890; in three volumes in 1900; and in twelve volumes in the third edition, published 1906–1915. It has also been published in several different one-volume abridgments. ( wikipedia ) Described by the author on the cover of the 3rd Edition, " The Golden Bough: A Study in Magic and Religion " , is a seeming simplistic description, however, I would say is also misleading as to the depth of the material contained within Sir Frazers book. I feel that it challenges our perceptions of mankind and everything else. As I make my way through the book, I can't help but feel that mankind is still just as primitive today as mankind was thousands of years ago. I read the description of mankind in The Golden Bough, hunter/gatherer primitives. and figure that nothing has really changed except that mankind is now , armchair primitives. To quote from the book.. " fables contain a deeper philosophy of the relation of the life of man to the life of nature—a sad philosophy which gave birth to a tragic practice. " I would say is a more accurate description of Sir Frazers book. In my own words, or a restructuring of Sir Frazers .... " fables contain a deeper philosophy of the relation of the life of man to the life of nature---a sad philosophy which gives birth to tragic practices. " Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KerrTexas Posted April 14, 2021 Author Share Posted April 14, 2021 Hmm, where to begin? Ahhh...this seems like a good place to start ... YouTube video : The video is entitled " What is Animism? " . Arith Härger presents appropriate points in his video that also provide an excellent foundation for this discussion. Keep in mind, I am not claiming that any belief system is IT, over any other belief system. As a matter of fact, at this point, we start with NO beliefs. This statement will be expanded upon later in this discussion, ( IF a discussion actually develops. ) Mr. Härger presents a basic explanation of Animism. Within his explanation, he is providing examples that relate to Sir Frazers book. ( For some - skipping ahead to 30:21 in the video, very important perspective and a lot of people should hear it. ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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