Anthropology and Theology
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Adult Theological Education
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Christian theology
Conceptual Mystery
Confer
Confessional Theology
Contemporary Society
Contemporary USA
Earlier Class Text
Element 66
embodiment ritual meaning
embodiment theory
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Existential Change
Fourth Obligation
Holy Spirit
Homo Duplex
human experience
identity formation religion
Inalienable Gift
phenomenology of religion
philosophical ideas
Rebounding Vitality
religious behaviour
religious symbolism
Ritual Purity
ritual studies
Sacramental World
Saul Of Tarsus
soteriology
Soul Body Distinction
Systematic Theology
Thy Holy
USA
Van Gennep
Young Man
Product details
- ISBN 9781859735329
- Weight: 453g
- Dimensions: 138 x 216mm
- Publication Date: 01 Mar 2002
- Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
- Publication City/Country: GB
- Product Form: Hardback
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Anthropology and Christian Theology have traditionally interpreted religion in quite different ways and have often been thought of as hostile to one another. In fact, a fundamental concern for human experience lies at the heart of both disciplines. This innovative book takes a new look at key anthropological and theological themes, and explores the intricacies of their interplay throughout history and in the present. Sacrifice, embodiment, ritual, incarnation, symbolism, gift and power are all related in ways that shed new light on religious behaviour and belief. Detailed analysis of fundamental Christian rites shows how they help generate emotional meaning and inspire philosophical ideas, and demonstrates how the body serves as a vehicle for religious beliefs.Through an examination of these issues and much more, Davies reveals how religious rituals help people to become secure in their sense of identity. This accessible foray into new territory is essential reading for anthropologists, theologians, or anyone interested in religion who is seeking new interpretations of familiar themes.
Douglas Davies Professor in the Study of Religion,University of Durham
