Harkness, Nicholas

Glossolalia and the Problem of Language

(No reviews yet) Write a Review

ISBN 13:: 9780226749419
author:: Harkness, Nicholas
format:: Paperback / softback
publisher:: University of Chicago Press
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2021
Pages:: 240
Dimensions:: 0.9 x 0.6 x 1.5 centimeters (0.6
Genre:: Arts & Photography, Language Arts, General,
Condition:: New
Availability:: Item usually sent within 10 working days

£39.50

Current Stock: 5

Quantity:

Description

Description

Speaking in tongues, also known as glossolalia, has long been a subject of curiosity and debate. In South Korea, it is practiced widely across denominations and congregations, with its popularity rooted in the intersection of social forces, interwoven religious legacies, and spiritual desires. Glossolalia and the Problem of Language examines this phenomenon, exploring how its widespread practice reflects the complex relationships between language, power, and spirituality. By analyzing the cultural context in which glossolalia is practiced, Nicholas Harkness sheds new light on the nature of language and its limits. This book offers a nuanced understanding of one of Christianity's most enigmatic practices, providing valuable insights into the dynamics of language and culture.

View AllClose