The Rowman & Littlefield Handbook of Christianity in the Middle East

The Rowman & Littlefield Handbook of Christianity in the Middle East
Author: Mitri Raheb
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages: 711
Release: 2020-12-15
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1538124181

This work represents the current and most relevant content on the studies of how Christianity has fared in the ancient home of its founder and birth. Much has been written about Christianity and how it has survived since its migration out of its homeland but this comprehensive reference work reassesses the geographic and demographic impact of the dramatic changes in this perennially combustible world region. The Rowman & Littlefield Handbook of Christianity in the Middle East also spans the historical, socio-political and contemporary settings of the region and importantly describes the interactions that Christianity has had with other major/minor religions in the region.

The Rowman & Littlefield Handbook of Women’s Studies in Religion

The Rowman & Littlefield Handbook of Women’s Studies in Religion
Author: Helen T. Boursier
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages: 417
Release: 2021-06-15
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 1538154455

The handbook offers interreligious and multicultural perspectives on women’s studies in religion in conversation with specific contextualized gender-biased justice challenges. Contributing authors address 25 current and trending themes from their diverse socio-cultural-religious backgrounds. Themes move across the spectrum of women’s studies in religion, blurring the boundaries beyond “religious studies” to include perspectives from ethics, philosophy, sociology, economics, and law as. Religious diversity addresses challenges for women’s studies through the lens of Wicca, Buddhist, Asian Trans Pacific, Hinduism, Judaism, Muslima, and Christian. The handbook is practical, contemporary, and relevant as it moves theory to practical application in the section on challenging and changing system gender injustice with chapters on sexual violence and the #MeToo movement, femicide and feminicide, a Mohawk response to colonial dominion and violations to Indigenous lands and women, and a religio-politico witness for love and justice, include how to engage the theories of women’s studies in religion in the public square through civic engagement to create empowerment for actual, practical change. It shows the future movement of the becoming of women’s studies with chapters digital activism, reimagining women’s mosque spaces online, minoritized sexual identities, and spiritual homelessness, and charges readers to see “hope now” by challenging and changing gender injustice.

The Rowman & Littlefield Handbook of Contemporary Christianity in the United States

The Rowman & Littlefield Handbook of Contemporary Christianity in the United States
Author: Mark A. Lamport
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages: 581
Release: 2022-02-15
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1538138816

The Handbook of Contemporary Christianity in the United States is a one-volume examination of Christianity in its role, contributions, and embattled engagements with the contemporary culture of the postmodern United States. While Christianity has been a sustaining force and dominant storyline of the historical foundations of America, obvious social, political, and scientific inroads have lessened its influence and altered the issues considered. The handbook explores the strengths and weaknesses of the Christian faith and traditions in the United States and its rich and textured history with a discernable eye toward how the message, strategies, and initiatives of Christianity has adapted to contemporary American life.

The Rowman & Littlefield Handbook of Philosophy and Religion

The Rowman & Littlefield Handbook of Philosophy and Religion
Author: Mark A Lamport
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2024-04
Genre: Philosophy
ISBN: 9781538196847

Exploring mysteries that have evoked wonder and consternation for millennia, this handbook covers topics such as the nature of divinity and humanity, the legitimacy of religious experience, the possibility of miracles, and idea of life after death. As a reference volume and introductory text, this is an essential resource for students and scholars.

Religion and Politics in the United States

Religion and Politics in the United States
Author: Kenneth D. Wald
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages: 497
Release: 2014-03-04
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1442225556

From marriage equality, to gun control, to immigration reform and the threat of war, religion plays a fascinating and crucial part in our nation's political process and in our culture at large. Now in its seventh edition, Religion and Politics in the United States includes analyses of the nation's most pressing political matters regarding religious freedom, and the ways in which that essential constitutional freedom situates itself within modern America. The book also explores the ways that religion has affected the orientation of partisan politics in the United States. Through a detailed review of the political attitudes and behaviors of major religious and minority faith traditions, the book establishes that religion continues to be a major part of the American cultural and political milieu while explaining that it must interact with many other factors to influence political outcomes in the United States.

Urban Religion and the Second Great Awakening

Urban Religion and the Second Great Awakening
Author: Terry D. Bilhartz
Publisher: Fairleigh Dickinson Univ Press
Total Pages: 256
Release: 1986
Genre: Baltimore (Md.)
ISBN: 9780838632277

This book explores the varied terrain of religious activity in early national Baltimore. It examines the development and consequences of the voluntary church system in one urban center during the ferment and change of the formative age for American religion.

On Earth as It Is in Heaven

On Earth as It Is in Heaven
Author: Virginia Garrard-Burnett
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
Total Pages: 277
Release: 1999-12-01
Genre: History
ISBN: 1461639670

Latin America has long been strongly identified with the Roman Catholic Church. Yet the face of religion is changing in the region, as is evidenced by new landmarks that now appear on the social and geographic landscape. To date, most books on major religions in Latin America are specific to one religion only, and do not offer a comparative analysis. On Earth as It Is in Heaven: Religion in Modern Latin America not only examines the region's religious mÈlange, but also gives equal coverage to other religious variations. The nine articles in this volume examine the variety of religious expression in Latin America, focusing upon Catholicism, popular Indian and African religious forms, and new elements such as Protestantism and Mormonism. Offering a comprehensive focus on one of the most prevalent social institutions in Latin American society, On Earth as It Is in Heaven is an excellent text for courses in Latin American history, religion, anthropology, sociology, and political science.

Religion Today

Religion Today
Author: Ross Aden
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages: 409
Release: 2024-07-02
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1538183390

Religion Today introduces students to key concepts in religious studies through a compelling problem-solving framework. Each chapter opens with a contemporary case study that helps students engage in current religious issues, explore possible solutions to difficult religious problems today, and learn key themes and concepts in religious studies. To enhance student learning, a free Student Study Guide is available for download from Rowman & Littlefield. The Study Guide features chapter summaries, definition quizzes for students to test themselves on key terms, and possible learning activities.

Occupy Religion

Occupy Religion
Author: Joerg Rieger
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
Total Pages: 165
Release: 2012-10-12
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1442217936

Occupy Religion introduces readers to the growing role of religion in the Occupy Movement and asks provocative questions about how people of faith can work for social justice. From the temperance movement to the Civil Rights movement, churches have played key roles in important social movements, and Occupy Religion shows this role is no less critical today.