Do we have two or three parts? Body, soul, and spirit?

[Moderator's note] The author is asking if humanity is dichotomous (cut in two, body/soul-spirit), or trichotomous (cut in three, body/soul/spirit).

Clarify • Share • Report • Asked July 01 2013 • Mini Anonymous (via GotQuestions)

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