The religious and the political [electronic resource] : a comparative sociology of religion / Bryan S. Turner.
2013
BL65.P7 T87 2013
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Title
The religious and the political [electronic resource] : a comparative sociology of religion / Bryan S. Turner.
Author
Turner, Bryan S.
ISBN
9780521858632
9780521675314
9781107347502 (electronic book)
9780521675314
9781107347502 (electronic book)
Imprint
Cambridge : Cambridge University Press, 2013.
Language
English
Description
vii, 284 p.
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BL65.P7 T87 2013
Dewey Decimal Classification
322/.1
Summary
"Religion and politics are two fundamental dimensions of human society, and yet they are often at loggerheads. Religion appears to belong to a different realm, signifying matters that are permanent and enduring, residing beyond the everyday. Politics appears to involve the secular struggle for power and influence, being driven by interest"-- Provided by publisher.
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Includes bibliographical references and index.
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Table of Contents
pt. I. The religious and the political
pt. II. State management of religion
pt. III. Comparative and historical studies
pt. IV. Conclusion.
pt. II. State management of religion
pt. III. Comparative and historical studies
pt. IV. Conclusion.