| Title | : | Contested Concepts in the Study of Religion |
|---|---|---|
| Author | : | George D. Chryssides & Amy R. Whitehead |
| Release | : | 2022-08-11 |
| Kind | : | ebook |
| Genre | : | Religion & Spirituality, Books |
| Size | : | 2472376 |
| This book offers a clear, concise introduction to the meaning of problematic terms, and the ways in which they should legitimately be used. Each entry considers the following: – Why is this concept problematic? – What are the origins of the concept? – How is it used or misused, and by whom? – Is it still a legitimate concept in the study of religion and, if so, what are its legitimate uses? – Are there other concepts that are preferable when writing on religion? Concepts covered include: – Belief – Religion – Magic – Secularisation – Violence This is a jargon-free indispensable resource for students and scholars that encourages the critical use of terms in the study of religion. |
