E-resources
Peer reviewed
-
Diamond, Shira; Ronel, Natti
Journal of aggression, maltreatment & trauma, 9/14/2019, Volume: 28, Issue: 8Journal Article
Forgiveness within the context of the aftermath of the Holocaust has been the focus of a large body of philosophic, ethical, and theological scholarly literature. However, studies applying a more social psychological lens, focusing on the healing aspects of forgiveness for Holocaust survivors, have, to date, been extremely scarce. This is despite extensive research indicating that forgiveness is effective in helping to reduce anger, stress, and despair and in cultivating an overall sense of well-being following man-made traumatic experiences. The present study aims to establish what can be learnt from a close and methodical exploration of the case of Eva Mozes-Kor, a child Holocaust survivor and a "Mengele twin," who extended forgiveness to her direct perpetrators. A qualitative phenomenological methodology was implemented through an in-depth analysis and interpretation of data collected through a direct interview with Eva and through published material of her personal accounts. Findings indicate that this case is unique not only in its remarkability but also in the human process it reveals: a life-changing conversion with the lasting effects of high levels of interpersonal, intrapersonal, and spiritual integration. These findings support and expand the emerging theory of positive victimology and highlight the need for further research.
Shelf entry
Permalink
- URL:
Impact factor
Access to the JCR database is permitted only to users from Slovenia. Your current IP address is not on the list of IP addresses with access permission, and authentication with the relevant AAI accout is required.
Year | Impact factor | Edition | Category | Classification | ||||
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
JCR | SNIP | JCR | SNIP | JCR | SNIP | JCR | SNIP |
Select the library membership card:
If the library membership card is not in the list,
add a new one.
DRS, in which the journal is indexed
Database name | Field | Year |
---|
Links to authors' personal bibliographies | Links to information on researchers in the SICRIS system |
---|
Source: Personal bibliographies
and: SICRIS
The material is available in full text. If you wish to order the material anyway, click the Continue button.