Symbolic Wounds by Bruno Bettelheim
Puberty Rites and the Envious Male
This insightful work delves into the psychological and cultural significance of circumcision, exploring its role as a symbolic act that transcends mere physical alteration. Through a psychoanalytic lens, the text examines how this ritual serves as a rite of passage, embodying themes of sacrifice, identity, and belonging within various societies. By analyzing the deeper meanings and emotional impacts of this practice, the book offers a profound understanding of how such symbolic wounds shape individual and collective consciousness.
- Published
- 1954
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 200-250
- Original Language
- English
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