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title: 'The Gift of Tongues: A Study in Pathological Aspects of Christianity'
type: pdf
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authors:
- 'Alexander Mackie'
date: 1921-01-01
collection: 'Archives'
subcollection: '20th century'
topics:
- 'Apologetics'
- 'Church History'
- 'Revival'
scriptures:
- 'Acts 2'
- 'Luke 1'
url: https://confessional.org/archives/20th-century/mackie-1921-the-gift-of-tongues-a-study-in-pathological-aspects-of-christianity
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# The Gift of Tongues: A Study in Pathological Aspects of Christianity

A critical historical and pathological study of glossolalia and charismatic movements (Shakers, Irvingites, Mormons). Argues tongues often reflect psychological and moral disorders rather than divine gifts.

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