Religion in Modern Times : An Interpretive Anthology - Linda Woodhead

Religion in Modern Times

An Interpretive Anthology

By: Linda Woodhead (Editor), Paul Heelas (Editor)

Hardcover | 28 February 2000 | Edition Number 1

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What has happened to religion in modern times? Why has it happened? And what might happen next? This book offers answers to these questions by bringing together over 300 of the of most important readings in the area, and by offering a new framework and language for making sense of religion today.Drawing on the humanities, social sciences and theology, the book presents theoretical reflections, empirical studies, and vivid examples. It considers the main varieties of religion in modern times, their interactions with different social contexts, and their general trends.Religion in Modern Times develops a distinctive approach to both religion and modernity by paying attention to their variety and complex interrelations. It considers the different types of religion today, and their encounters with the forces of modernization - including nationalism, democracy, capitalism, consumerism, gender and identity politics. This volume offers for the first time a clear picture of a religious world characterized by the coexistence of:Traditional faiths and new spiritualities.The God without and the god within.Secularization and sacralization. Tolerant universalism and exclusivist difference.Gendered and genderless religion. External authority and the authority of the self.Privatization and political militancy.
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"Taken as a whole, this anthology is highly illuminating. Despite its size, it is eminently readable. It is detailed, well structured, and well argued, compiled by editors who "know their stuff". However, a great strength also lies in the fact that it can be "dipped" into and used as a tool for examining particular issues or for exploring interesting avenues. It is thought-provoking and provides the reader with options for further reading and research. Although the intention of the volume is ambitious, it provides both the benefits of an edited collection as well as well-argued analysis. It is an important, innovative work that is very timely." Journal of Contemporary Religion


?This is an extremely valuable collection. It touches on important issues that will make it very widely used in religious studies, sociology, and cultural studies courses.? ? Robert N. Bellah, University of California at Berkeley

?If my students were directed to this book, it would be an excellent opportunity for them to browse in areas they would not otherwise have entered into.? ? Eileen Barker, Professor of Sociology, The London School of Economics and Political Science

?If one wants to use a Reader in the area, I?m sure that this one would be an excellent device.? ? Peter Berger, Director, Institute for the Study of Economic Culture, Boston University

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