The effect of misapplied religious practices in some alternative religious groups
The positive impact that religion generally has on human beings has been suggested by different studies. However, it cannot be assumed that religion always contributes to the well-being of believers. Religious systems can be misused, resulting in people being spiritually and even physically hurt and...
Main Author: | Stephan P. Pretorius |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | Afrikaans |
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AOSIS
2014-05-01
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Series: | HTS Teologiese Studies/Theological Studies |
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Online Access: | https://hts.org.za/index.php/hts/article/view/2060 |
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