Contemporary American Religion

Author : Charles H. Lippy,Eric Tranby
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 290 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2013-03-12
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781135070212

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Religion in Contemporary America by Charles H. Lippy,Eric Tranby Pdf

This book provides a fresh, engaging multi-disciplinary introduction to religion in contemporary America. The chapters explore the roots of contemporary American religion from the 1950s up to the present day, looking at the major traditions including mainline Protestantism, the evangelical-pentecostal surge, Catholicism, Judaism, African-American religions and new religious movements. The authors ask whether Americans are becoming less religious, and how religious thought has moved from traditional systematic theology to approaches such as black and feminist theology and environmental theology. The book introduces religion and social theory, and explores key issues and themes such as: religion and social change; politics; gender; sexuality; diversity; race and poverty. Students and instructors will find the combination of historical and sociological perspectives an invaluable aid to understanding this fascinating but complex field.

Author : Mark A. A. Chaves
Publisher : Princeton University Press
Page : 172 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2017-08-29
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780691177564

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American Religion by Mark A. A. Chaves Pdf

The most authoritative resource on religious trends in America—now fully updated Most Americans say they believe in God, and more than a third say they attend religious services every week. Yet studies show that people do not really go to church as often as they claim, and it is not always clear what they mean when they tell pollsters they believe in God or pray. American Religion presents the best and most up-to-date information about religious trends in the United States, in a succinct and accessible manner. This sourcebook provides essential information about key developments in American religion since 1972, and is the first major resource of its kind to appear in more than two decades. Mark Chaves looks at trends in diversity, belief, involvement, congregational life, leadership, liberal Protestant decline, and polarization. He draws on two important surveys: the General Social Survey, an ongoing survey of Americans' changing attitudes and behaviors, begun in 1972; and the National Congregations Study, a survey of American religious congregations across the religious spectrum. Chaves finds that American religious life has seen much continuity in recent decades, but also much change. He challenges the popular notion that religion is witnessing a resurgence in the United States—in fact, traditional belief and practice is either stable or declining. Chaves examines why the decline in liberal Protestant denominations has been accompanied by the spread of liberal Protestant attitudes about religious and social tolerance, how confidence in religious institutions has declined more than confidence in secular institutions, and a host of other crucial trends. Now with updated data and a new preface by the author, this revised edition provides essential information about key developments in American religion since 1972, plainly showing that religiosity is declining in America.

Author : Scott Kurtz
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 879 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 1999
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0028663896

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Contemporary American Religion by Scott Kurtz Pdf

Author : Randall Balmer
Publisher : Columbia University Press
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2005-11-18
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0231507690

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Protestantism in America by Randall Balmer Pdf

As America has become more pluralistic, Protestantism, with its long roots in American history and culture, has hardly remained static. This finely crafted portrait of a remarkably complex group of Christian denominations describes Protestantism's history, constituent subgroups and their activities, and the way in which its dialectic with American culture has shaped such facets of the wider society as healthcare, welfare, labor relations, gender roles, and political discourse. Part I provides an introduction to the religion's essential beliefs, a brief history, and a taxonomy of its primary American varieties. Part II shows the diversity of the tradition with vivid accounts of life and worship in a variety of mainline and evangelical churches. Part III explores the vexed relationship Protestantism maintains with critical social issues, including homosexuality, feminism, and social justice. The appendices include biographical sketches of notable Protestant leaders, a chronology, a glossary, and an annotated list of resources for further study.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Macmillan Reference USA
Page : 861 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 1999-11
Category : United States
ISBN : 0028649281

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Contemporary American Religion by Anonim Pdf

Exploring the diversity of American religions, this work examines the vast range of faiths, practices, figures and doctrines. From abortion and school prayer to capital punishment and astrology, these volumes cover culture, politics, legal issues and social movements.

Author : Barry Kosmin
Publisher : Crown
Page : 305 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2011-03-09
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780307780362

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One Nation Under God by Barry Kosmin Pdf

Based on the most extensive survey ever conducted on religion in America, One Nation Under God delivers surprising revelations about the religious beliefs, practices, and affiliations of Americans. "These statistical findings provide rich material for interpretation of the uniquely American religious experience."--Publishers Weekly.

Author : Wade Clark Roof
Publisher : MacMillan Reference Library
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : Religious thought
ISBN : 0028649273

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Contemporary American Religion by Wade Clark Roof Pdf

"This excellent source furnishes students and scholars with information on contemporary religion, personalities, and popular topics from Fundamentalist Christianity to feng shui."--"Outstanding Reference Sources," American Libraries, May 2001.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 272 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 1997
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9997595785

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Contemporary American Religion by Anonim Pdf

Author : Charles H. Lippy,Eric Tranby
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 290 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2013
Category : History
ISBN : 9780415617376

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Religion in Contemporary America by Charles H. Lippy,Eric Tranby Pdf

This book provides a fresh, engaging multi-disciplinary introduction to religion in contemporary America. Students and instructors will find the combination of historical and sociological perspectives an invaluable aid to understanding this fascinating but complex field.

Author : Wade Clark Roof
Publisher : MacMillan Reference Library
Page : 534 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : Religion
ISBN : UOM:49015002844349

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Contemporary American Religion: A-L by Wade Clark Roof Pdf

"This excellent source furnishes students and scholars with information on contemporary religion, personalities, and popular topics from Fundamentalist Christianity to feng shui."--"Outstanding Reference Sources," American Libraries, May 2001.

Author : Sarah M. Pike
Publisher : Columbia University Press
Page : 249 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN : 9780231124034

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New Age and Neopagan Religions in America by Sarah M. Pike Pdf

Sarah Pike traces the history of New Age and Neopagan religions in the United States from their origins in the nineteenth century to their reemergence in the 1960s counterculture. She also considers the differences and similarities between the New Age and Neopagan movements as well as the antagonistic relationship between these two practices and other religions in America, particularly Christianity. Covering such topics as healing, gender and sexuality, millennialism, and ritual experience, she offers a sympathetic yet critical treatment of religious practices often marginalized yet soaring in popularity. Her book is a rich analysis of these spiritual worlds and social networks and questions why these faiths are flourishing at this point in American history.

Author : Frank M. Loewenberg
Publisher : Columbia University Press
Page : 200 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 1988
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 0231064527

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Religion and Social Work Practice in Contemporary American Society by Frank M. Loewenberg Pdf

Author : Robert Henry Nelson
Publisher : Penn State Press
Page : 388 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 0271035811

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The New Holy Wars by Robert Henry Nelson Pdf

"Examines economics and environmentalism as competing public religions that derive from, and continue, a Christian worldview; argues that debates over global warming and other environmental issues are ultimately based on theological differences between their respective adherents"--Provided by publisher.

Author : Martin E. Marty
Publisher : University of Chicago Press
Page : 404 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 1997-06-21
Category : History
ISBN : 0226508943

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Modern American Religion, Volume 1 by Martin E. Marty Pdf

In this second volume of two tracing the history of 20th-century American religion, Martin E. Marty tells the story of how America has survived religious disturbances and culturally prospered from them.

Author : Thomas C. Hunt,James C. Carper
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 248 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 1997
Category : Education
ISBN : 0815324723

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Religion and Schooling in Contemporary America by Thomas C. Hunt,James C. Carper Pdf

First Published in 1998. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.