Peace of Mind a Review
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Joshua Loth Liebman's pioneering synthesis of psychoanalysis and religious wisdom offers a compelling roadmap for emotional healing that resonates particularly with displaced populations and trauma survivors. Through textual analysis and empirical observations of Jewish refugee communities, this review validates Liebman's integrated approach, which harnesses psychoanalysis for diagnosis while drawing on religious traditions for ethical guidance. The evaluation demonstrates how "Peace of Mind" effectively addresses emotional disturbances - from guilt complexes to self-hatred and anxiety - patterns consistently observed among displaced populations and broader Jewish communities. Liebman's framework, grounded in Jewish theological principles yet embracing scientific methodology, proves especially valuable in pastoral counseling applications. The work's distinctive contribution lies in its advancement of Jewish apologetics, illustrating Judaism's adaptability to modern psychological challenges. Most significantly, its emphasis on balanced self-love as a foundation for loving others aligns with traditional Jewish ethics while providing practical tools for community healing and reconstruction in the aftermath of collective trauma.

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Published 1947
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Leo Trepp