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Damanhur

An Esoteric Community Open to the World

Stefania Palmisano editor Nicola Pannofino editor

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Springer International Publishing AG

Published:27th Nov '23

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The Damanhur Federation, situated in Valchiusella, North-West Italy, is one of Europe’s longest-lasting spiritual-esoteric communities. Nevertheless, there has hitherto been nearly no scientific study of this group, with the exception of a handful of specialised-journal articles. This collection fills that gap by collating the various scholarly contributions which over the years have dealt with Damanhur, aiming to present the phenomenon to a public of specialists, students and people who are just curious in a volume focusing on the multidisciplinary nature of the community as a whole. We consider the various spheres making up the social, cultural, spiritual and organisational life of Damanhur through analysis and interpretation of its historical evolution and more recent changes which have affected the community since its founder’s death. The contributions combine field research with theoretical reflection, making use of both qualitative (discursive interviews and participant observation) and quantitative (questionnaires) methods.

“This volume, composed of thirteen chapters written by Italian scholars, is intended to be an up-to-Date study concerning a new religious movement (NRM), The Community of Damanhur. … a recommended reading for those interested in the recent developments of The Community of Damanhur.” (Davide Marino, Religious Studies Review, Vol. 49 (3), September, 2023)

ISBN: 9783031101397

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304 pages

1st ed. 2023