The Idea of the Holy

A Philosophical Exploration of the Sacred

The concept of the holy is one of the most fundamental and enduring in human history. It is found in every culture and every religion, and it has played a major role in shaping our understanding of the world and our place in it.

In this book, philosopher Rudolf Otto explores the idea of the holy in depth, drawing on a wide range of sources from philosophy, psychology, and religion. He argues that the holy is not simply a subjective experience, but rather an objective reality that is distinct from the natural world.

The Idea of the Holy: An Inquiry Into the Non-rational Factor in the Idea of the Divine and Its Relation to the Rational

by Rudolf Otto

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Otto identifies three main elements of the holy: mysterium tremendum, majestas, and fascinans. Mysterium tremendum is the sense of awe and dread that we feel in the presence of the holy. Majestas is the sense of overwhelming power and authority that we feel in the presence of the holy. And fascinans is the sense of irresistible attraction that we feel to the holy.

Otto argues that these three elements are essential to the experience of the holy. They are what make the holy distinct from the natural world and what give it its unique power and significance.

The Idea of the Holy is a classic work of philosophy that has had a profound influence on our understanding of the holy. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the philosophy of religion, the psychology of religion, or the cultural history of religion.

Praise for The Idea of the Holy

"Otto's analysis of the holy is one of the most profound and influential in the history of religious thought. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the philosophy of religion."—The Journal of Religion

"Otto's work is a seminal contribution to the study of the holy. His insights into the nature of the holy are essential reading for anyone interested in the philosophy of religion."—The International Journal for the Philosophy of Religion

"Otto's book is a classic work of philosophy that continues to inspire and challenge readers today. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the philosophy of religion or the psychology of religion."—The Review of Metaphysics

About the Author

Rudolf Otto (1869-1937) was a German philosopher and theologian. He is best known for his work on the philosophy of religion, particularly his book The Idea of the Holy. Otto was a professor of theology at the University of Marburg and the University of Göttingen. He was also a member of the Royal Prussian Academy of Sciences.

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The Idea of the Holy: An Inquiry Into the Non-rational Factor in the Idea of the Divine and Its Relation to the Rational

by Rudolf Otto

4.2 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	3125 KB
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Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
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Print length	:	229 pages
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