This probing study of melancholy invites readers to view "depression" genealogically through the history of its interpretation. It plumbs interior depths where psychology, theology, philosophy, and literary creation intersect. Therapies proposed for the dark mood have included work, prayer, care of the self, and deepening awareness of its indispensable role in the development of consciousness of oneself and God. Reflecting on these historical responses and cures can prompt a personal exploration, making this a practical manual for self-knowing and self-transcending, a philosophical "guide for the depressed."…mehr
This probing study of melancholy invites readers to view "depression" genealogically through the history of its interpretation. It plumbs interior depths where psychology, theology, philosophy, and literary creation intersect. Therapies proposed for the dark mood have included work, prayer, care of the self, and deepening awareness of its indispensable role in the development of consciousness of oneself and God. Reflecting on these historical responses and cures can prompt a personal exploration, making this a practical manual for self-knowing and self-transcending, a philosophical "guide for the depressed."
Introduction Chapter 1. Hippocratic Humors Plato's Chora and Pseudo-Aristotle's Question Chapter 2. The Mortal Sins of Acedia Sadness and Sloth Chapter 3. Children of Saturn Chapter 4. Indolence and Ennui Chapter 5. Infinite Will Skepticism and Sublime Terror Chapter 6. On God's Otherness Chapter 7. Boredom Time and the Self Chapter 8. Psychic Pathos Creativity and Insight Chapter 9. Postmodern Depression and Apocalypse Chapter 10. Therapeutics of Melancholy After Thoughts
Introduction Chapter 1. Hippocratic Humors Plato's Chora and Pseudo-Aristotle's Question Chapter 2. The Mortal Sins of Acedia Sadness and Sloth Chapter 3. Children of Saturn Chapter 4. Indolence and Ennui Chapter 5. Infinite Will Skepticism and Sublime Terror Chapter 6. On God's Otherness Chapter 7. Boredom Time and the Self Chapter 8. Psychic Pathos Creativity and Insight Chapter 9. Postmodern Depression and Apocalypse Chapter 10. Therapeutics of Melancholy After Thoughts
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