Isbn: 9780260222916 - psychrolousia, or the history of cold-bathing, both ancient and modern, in two parts (classic reprint): the first written by john floyer, of ... the wonderful effects of the bath-water, d (4 Ergebnisse)

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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book presents a fascinating historical exploration of cold bathing, tracing its origins to ancient religious rituals and its subsequent evolution as a medicinal practice. The author delves into the fascinating history of immersion in water across various cultures, from the ancient Patriarchs to the Egyptians, Greeks, Romans, and beyond, drawing upon both sacred and secular texts. The book delves into the philosophical and religious significance of immersion, exploring how it was viewed as a means of cleansing both the body and the soul, preparing individuals for religious ceremonies and spiritual experiences. The author also examines the medical benefits of cold baths, drawing upon the writings of Hippocrates and other ancient physicians to demonstrate the understanding of the physical effects of cold water. The author connects these historical practices to the Christian ritual of baptism, arguing that the trine immersion, a traditional form of baptism that involves full immersion in water three times, held both religious and medicinal benefits. The book provides a detailed account of the history of trine immersion in the Church of England, showing its prevalence throughout the early centuries of Christianity and exploring the reasoning behind its gradual decline. By examining the history of cold bathing and immersion, the author sheds light on the intersection of religion, medicine, and the human body throughout history. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…

Zustand: Hervorragend. Zustand: Hervorragend | Seiten: 550 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar.