
The Changing World Religion Map: Sacred Places, Identities, Practices and Politics
بواسطة
Stanley D. Brunn
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Religion & Spirituality
Philosophy
تنسيق
كيندل
صفحات
3,973
لغة
الهولندية، الفلمنكية
منشور
Jan 1, 2015
الناشر
Springer
الطبعة
2015
رقم ISBN-10
940179376X
رقم ISBN-13
9789401793766
الوصف
In a dynamic analysis of the evolving landscape of global religions, this comprehensive study delves into the various faiths, identities, and rituals that shape human experiences. The author meticulously examines how sacred places serve as focal points for worship and community, influencing cultural identities and spiritual practices across different regions. With an emphasis on the interplay between religion and politics, the work reveals how these sacred spaces have often been sites of tension, conflict, and reconciliation throughout history.
Through an exploration of contemporary religious practices, the narrative highlights the transformative nature of faith in the modern world. It scrutinizes the impacts of globalization, migration, and technological advances on traditional beliefs and practices, showing how they continue to adapt and respond to shifting societal norms. This nuanced portrayal invites readers to ponder the profound ways in which religion continues to define and redefine identities, shaping not just individual lives but entire communities across the globe.
Through an exploration of contemporary religious practices, the narrative highlights the transformative nature of faith in the modern world. It scrutinizes the impacts of globalization, migration, and technological advances on traditional beliefs and practices, showing how they continue to adapt and respond to shifting societal norms. This nuanced portrayal invites readers to ponder the profound ways in which religion continues to define and redefine identities, shaping not just individual lives but entire communities across the globe.