The Prayers Of Man From Primitive Peoples To Present Times

The Prayers Of Man: From Primitive Peoples To Present Times is a comprehensive exploration of the evolution of prayer throughout human history. Written by Alfonso M. DiNola, the book delves into the various forms of prayer that have been practiced by people from all over the world, from the earliest civilizations to modern times.The book begins by examining the roots of prayer in primitive societies, where it was often used as a means of communicating with the spirits and gods that were believed to control the natural world. From there, it moves on to explore the development of prayer in the major world religions, including Christianity, Judaism, Islam, Hinduism, and Buddhism.Throughout the book, DiNola provides insightful analysis of the cultural and historical contexts that have shaped the practice of prayer over time. He also explores the many different ways in which prayer has been used to address a wide range of human needs and desires, from healing and protection to guidance and comfort.The Prayers Of Man is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of religion and spirituality, as well as those seeking a deeper understanding of the role that prayer has played in human civilization.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.