Religion & Sex: Studies in the Pathology of Religious Development

Published in 1935, 'Religion & Sex: Studies in the Pathology of Religious Development' by Chapman Cohen examines the intricate relationship between religion and sexuality through psychological and pathological perspectives. Cohen critiques traditional views of religion as purely spiritual, proposing that many religious experiences may arise from abnormal psychological conditions. He draws on examples from various cultures to illustrate how mental states have historically been interpreted as divine encounters, offering insights into how these factors shape religious beliefs and practices.