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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