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Sociology of Religion : Contemporary Developments by Kevin J. Christiano University of Notre Dame, William H. Swatos Jr., Peter Kivisto is a social science available to read on EtoBox.
What is Sociology of Religion : Contemporary Developments about?
This third edition of Sociology of Religion introduces students to key principles in the sociological understanding of religion, with revisions and updates throughout. The book offers an overview of the nature and function of religious institutions and practices, asking sociological questions about the changing role of religion in today's "post-traditional" world. After an introduction to the many facets of religion and key theories for its study, the book examines central themes such as changes
Who reads Sociology of Religion : Contemporary Developments?
It is typically read by self-directed learners exploring a subject in depth.
Common subject areas: history, science, philosophy, social sciences.
- Author
- Kevin J. Christiano University of Notre Dame, William H. Swatos Jr., Peter Kivisto
- Publisher
- Rowman & Littlefield Publishers, Incorporated
- Published
- 2016
- Language
- EN
- ISBN
- 9781442216921
- Category
- social science
- Subjects
- Sociology, Religion, Science
- Rating
- 4.2 / 5 (63 ratings)
- Updated
- 2026-03-14
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