Sociology of Exorcism in Late Modernity

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Exploring the sociological dimensions of exorcism, the book analyzes its resurgence and influence within diverse communities. It posits that exorcism has transformed into a religious commodity that enhances a religion's appeal and reinforces its influence. In a landscape of competing faiths, religious groups strive for authority over supernatural claims by uniquely branding their exorcism rituals, thereby legitimizing their belief systems amidst the competition.