The Sacred in Exile: What it Really Means to Lose Our Religion

Gillian McCann,Gitte Bechsgaard

The Sacred in Exile: What it Really Means to Lose Our Religion
Format
Paperback
Publisher
Springer International Publishing AG
Country
Switzerland
Published
15 August 2018
Pages
146
ISBN
9783319882574

The Sacred in Exile: What it Really Means to Lose Our Religion

Gillian McCann,Gitte Bechsgaard

This book addresses the fact that, for the first time in history, a large segment of the population in the western world is living without any form of religious belief. While a number of writers have examined the implications of this shift, none have approached the phenomenon from the perspective of religious studies. The authors examine what has been lost from the point of view of sociology, psychology, and philosophy of religion. The book sits at the nexus of a number of important debates including: the role of religion in public life, the connection between religion and physical and psychological well-being, and the implications of the loss of ritual in terms of maintaining communities.

This item is not currently in-stock. It can be ordered online and is expected to ship in approx 4 weeks

Our stock data is updated periodically, and availability may change throughout the day for in-demand items. Please call the relevant shop for the most current stock information. Prices are subject to change without notice.

Sign in or become a Readings Member to add this title to a wishlist.