The first sociology of religion textbook to begin the task of
diversifying and decolonizing the study of religion, Sociology of
Religion develops a sociological frame that draws together the
personal, political and public, showing how religion - its origins,
development and changes - is understood as a social institution,
influenced by and influencing wider social structures. Organized
along sociological structures and themes, the book works with
examples from a variety of religious traditions and regions rather
than focusing in depth on a selection, and foregrounds cultural
practice-based understandings of religion. It is therefore a book
about 'religion', not 'religions', that explores the relationship
of religion with gender and sexuality, crime and violence,
generations, politics and media, 'race', ethnicity and social
class, disease and disability - highlighting the position of
religion in social justice and equality. Each chapter of this book
is framed around concrete case studies from a variety of Western
and non-Western religious traditions. Students will benefit from
thinking about the discipline across a range of geographical and
religious contexts. The book includes features designed to engage
and inspire students: Up-to-date and comprehensive analysis of
engaging and accessible material 'Case Examples': short summaries
of empirical examples relating to the chapter themes Visually
distinct boxes with bullet points, key words and phrases focusing
on the context Questions suitable for private or seminar study
Suggested class exercises for instructors to use Suggested readings
and further readings/online resources at the end of each chapter
Following a review and critique of early sociology of religion, the
book engages with more contemporary issues, such as dissolving the
secular/sacred binary and paying close attention to issues of
epistemology, negotiations, marginalities, feminisms, identities,
power, nuances, globalization, (post) (multiple) modernity (ies),
emotion, structuration, reflexivity, intersectionality and
urbanization. This book is essential reading for undergraduate and
postgraduate students exploring the sociology of religion, religion
and society, religious studies, theology, globalization and human
geography.
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