Increasingly, it is being recognized that spirituality, defined
here as "a multiform search for a transcendent meaning of life that
connects them to all living beings and brings them in touch with
God or 'Ultimate Reality,'" is an aspect of almost every sphere and
aspect of social life. It appears in humanity's dealings with
nature, home and community, healing, economics and business,
knowledge, and education. The Routledge International Handbook of
Spirituality in Society and the Professions is a stimulating
collection that summarizes the most important issues, frameworks,
discussions, and problems relating to spiritually inspired
activities in different fields of social life. The contributors
explore how spirituality is a part of existence and present
approaches and models for professionals working in diverse areas.
Presented in seven parts, the book provides a full overview of
current research and practice. Part II, "Facets of spirituality,"
explores topics including philosophy, psychology, theology, and
culture. Part III, "Nature," looks at ecology, agriculture, cities,
and tourism. Part IV, "Home and community," presents chapters on
various life stages, disability, gender, and culture. Part V,
"Healing," examines medicine, mental and physical health, and
ill-health. In Part VI, "Economy, politics, and law," contributors
discuss business, leadership and the workplace, peace, and
policing. Part VII, "Knowledge and education," includes chapters on
science, design, fashion, literature, and the arts. In the final
part, "Way forward," the editors look to the future with a chapter
on inter-spirituality and the renewal of social practices. Driven
by contemporary research and new developments, this Handbook is an
innovative and interdisciplinary collection that provides an
essential overview of contemporary spirituality and society from an
international selection of contributors. The Routledge
International Handbook of Spirituality in Society and the
Professions offers accessible, diverse, and engaging international
research, and its scope will appeal to academics and students of a
wide range of subjects, including aging and addiction, psychology,
theology, religious studies, sociology, business studies, and
philosophy. It will also be an important work for professionals in
medical and social services, the clergy, education, business, the
arts, religious communities, and politics, and members of
organizations looking at the links between spirituality, religion,
and society.
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