Theories of Religion (1966-2024)
A Critical Primer
Theories of Religion does not focus on "theory" in a broad sense, but specifically on texts that seek to interpret or explain "religion," attempting to account for the meaning of "religion," its specificity, and its ontological status. They typically discuss the origins, structure, and functions (or products) of "religion." Hence, theories of religion differ from "theoretical approaches," "theoretical frameworks," "theoretical models," "definition of religion," "ideas," or similar concepts.This primer explores "theories of religion" as a fundamental concept in the study of religion in a specific, interdisciplinary sense. Notably, many key theorists of religion are anthropologists, cognitive and evolutionary theorists, philosophers, and sociologists, in addition to scholars of religion in a disciplinary sense. The book provides a synopsis of theories of religion advanced since 1966, beginning with the appearance of two theoretical manifestos, regarded as contemporary classics, by Clifford Geertz, Peter Berger, and Thomas Luckmann, which have set the stage for subsequent theories of religion as points of references.This volume outlines and briefly assesses the critical reception of some 40 works by prominent and less familiar theorists of religion. Written in clear and accessible language, this primer will serve as a unique resource for students and scholars alike.
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