Anthropology of Religion: The Basics

Name: Anthropology of Religion: The Basics
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By James Bielo

Series: The Basics

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Anthropology of Religion: The Basics offers an accessible introduction to the study of religion from an anthropological perspective. Organised around key issues, it examines how human agents engage with gods and spirits, the nature of religious ethnography, and how immaterial beliefs are expressed through the body, language, and objects. The book explores the significance of ritual, time, place, and charisma within religious movements, while also considering the impact of global processes on religion. Featuring international case studies and thoughtfully designed reflection boxes, it is ideal for students new to the subject.
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This book is well suited for students and readers beginning their study of the anthropology of religion, as well as educators seeking a clear and comprehensive introductory text.

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Anthropology of Religion: The Basics is an accessible and engaging introductory text organised around key issues that all anthropologists of religion face. This book uses a wide range of historical and ethnographic examples to address not only what is studied by anthropologists of religion, but how such studies are approached. It addresses questions such as:

How do human agents interact with gods and spirits?
What is the nature of doing religious ethnography?
Can the immaterial be embodied in the body, language and material objects?
What is the role of ritual, time, and place in religion?
Why is charisma important for religious movements?
How do global processes interact with religions?

With international case studies from a range of religious traditions, suggestions for further reading, and inventive reflection boxes, Anthropology of Religion: The Basics is an essential read for students approaching the subject for the first time.

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