Religion in Today’s World: Global Issues, Sociological Perspectives
- ISBN-10
- 1317796640
- ISBN-13
- 9781317796640
- Category
- Social Science
- Pages
- 608
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2013-12-19
- Publisher
- Routledge
- Author
- Melissa M. Wilcox
Description
Religion is a major force in contemporary society. It is also one of the least understood social and political influences on individuals and communities. In this innovative collection of original essays and classic readings, experts explore the significance of contemporary religiosity: as a source of meaning and motivation, how it unites and divides us, and how it is used politically and culturally. Readers will be introduced to the broad debates in ways that will equip them to analyze, discuss, and make their own judgments about religion and society. This book should be read by anyone interested in understanding religion as a central source of meaning and politics, and is ideally suited for undergraduate teaching on religion and social issues and from a global perspective.
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