Urja Utpaadan Ka Arthshastra

Book excerpt: Psychoanalysis has brought about a revolution in the understanding of religious phenomenon by exploring into the depth of our psyche. Its discoveries have thrown a flood of light on the multi-dimensional concept of religion. A study of psychonalysis with special reference to Freud, Adler, Jung and Fromm shows that it is in no way logically incompatible with the values of religion. Freud’s emphasis on Truth and Love, Adler’s vision of social-ties, Jung’s realization of self-transcendence through individuation and Formm’s Humanistic approach have given a comprehensive view of religion with new illuminations. Phychoanalysis has done to mankind a real service in ruthlessly exposing the unhealthy state of neurotic religion. It has attacked abuse, rather than the use of religion.