uncommon touch, The

uncommon touch, The

By Tom Harpur

Book Description

In a world where medicine and spirituality have grown increasingly separate, Tom Harpur invites readers to rediscover an ancient practice that once united physical and spiritual healing. The Uncommon Touch explores how early religious traditions, including Christianity, embraced healing as a fundamental aspect of spiritual care, following the example of miraculous healings found in sacred texts.

Harpur examines why modern religious institutions have largely abandoned their healing roles, leaving many to dismiss spiritual healing as either outdated superstition or fraudulent practice. Yet beneath the skepticism lies a growing body of evidence that suggests something profound is occurring when trained practitioners use techniques like the laying-on of hands.

Drawing from scientific studies and contemporary research, the author presents compelling documentation of spiritual healing's effectiveness. These investigations include controlled experiments with living organisms and clinical observations of Therapeutic Touch, a method now practiced by tens of thousands of healthcare professionals across North America.

Through careful investigation of both historical religious foundations and modern healing practices, Harpur builds a case for reconsidering spiritual healing's place in contemporary life. He profiles current healers and their approaches while examining the scientific studies that challenge purely materialistic explanations of healing.

This thoughtful exploration offers readers a balanced perspective on an ancient practice that may hold renewed relevance for our time, bridging the gap between faith and empirical observation.

Who Is This For?

📖 Reading Level: Medium (200-400 pages) (~8 hours)

📄 Length: 275 pages

What You'll Discover

  • ✓ Explore paths to emotional healing
  • ✓ Explore Geistheilung
  • ✓ Explore Spiritual healing
  • ✓ Explore Spirituelle Theologie
  • ✓ Explore Guerison par la foi
  • ✓ Deepen your spiritual understanding
  • ✓ Explore Religion and Medicine
  • ✓ Explore Medizin

Topics Covered

Healing, religious aspects Geistheilung Spiritual healing Spirituelle Theologie Guerison par la foi Spirituality Religion and Medicine Medizin Guérison par la foi Spiritual Therapies

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