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The Wiley Blackwell Companion to Religion and Politics in the U.S. provides a broad, inclusive, and rich range of chapters, in the study of religion and politics. Arranged in their historical context, chapters address themes of history, law, social and religious movements, policy and political theory. Broadens the parameters of this timely subject, and includes the latest work in the fieldDraws together newly-commissioned essays by distinguished authors that are cogent for scholars, while also being in a style that is accessible to students.Provides a balanced and inclusive approach to religion and politics in the U.S.Engages diverse perspectives from various discourses about religion and politics across the political and disciplinary spectra, while placing them in their larger historical context

Many Peoples, Many Faiths places the world’s religions in historical context, illustrating the complex dynamic of each religion over time, while also presenting current beliefs, practices, and group formations. This unique textbook includes engaging sections on women in religion, religion and governance, and religion in America throughout. Thoroughly revised and updated for its eleventh edition, Many Peoples, Many Faiths covers the following topics:Understanding the World’s Religious HeritageIndigenous Peoples and ReligionThe Spiritual Paths of IndiaThe Journey of BuddhismReligions of East AsiaThe Family of the Three Great Monotheistic Religions and ZoroastrianismThe Unique Perspective of JudaismThe Growth of ChristianityBuilding the House of IslamNew Religious MovementsReligion and Violence, Non-violence, and PeacemakingThis edition reflects new scholarship and general interest and, where appropriate, addresses rapidly developing and shifting areas, taking account of the dynamic, changing quality of religion. New and expanded material on indigenous peoples and religions, discussions of colonization, and the new chapter on religion and violence, non-violence, and peacemaking also distinguish this edition. Images, maps, and timelines add to the sense of the richness of the world religions.This is an ideal resource for anyone wanting an accessible and yet comprehensive introduction to the world religions.

Many Peoples, Many Faiths places the world’s religions in historical context, illustrating the complex dynamic of each religion over time, while also presenting current beliefs, practices, and group formations. This unique textbook includes engaging sections on women in religion, religion and governance, and religion in America throughout. Thoroughly revised and updated for its eleventh edition, Many Peoples, Many Faiths covers the following topics:Understanding the World’s Religious HeritageIndigenous Peoples and ReligionThe Spiritual Paths of IndiaThe Journey of BuddhismReligions of East AsiaThe Family of the Three Great Monotheistic Religions and ZoroastrianismThe Unique Perspective of JudaismThe Growth of ChristianityBuilding the House of IslamNew Religious MovementsReligion and Violence, Non-violence, and PeacemakingThis edition reflects new scholarship and general interest and, where appropriate, addresses rapidly developing and shifting areas, taking account of the dynamic, changing quality of religion. New and expanded material on indigenous peoples and religions, discussions of colonization, and the new chapter on religion and violence, non-violence, and peacemaking also distinguish this edition. Images, maps, and timelines add to the sense of the richness of the world religions.This is an ideal resource for anyone wanting an accessible and yet comprehensive introduction to the world religions.

The clash between the religious right and the secular left undermines any serious debate about the role of religion in American public life. Such strident cultural rhetoric often ignores the positive contributions of America's many religions. By contrast, this volume celebrates America's religious diversity, demonstrating that religious pluralism is actually one of democracy's basic building blocks. Taking Religious Pluralism Seriously expands on Barbara A. McGraw's framework for understanding religious participation in public life - a two-tiered public forum, consisting of the civic public forum and the conscientious public forum. The chapters explore how diverse religious communities and traditions, including ""newer"" and marginalized religions, can make a meaningful contribution to American society and politics.

The Wiley Blackwell Companion to Religion and Politics in the U.S. provides a broad, inclusive, and rich range of chapters, in the study of religion and politics. Arranged in their historical context, chapters address themes of history, law, social and religious movements, policy and political theory. Broadens the parameters of this timely subject, and includes the latest work in the fieldDraws together newly-commissioned essays by distinguished authors that are cogent for scholars, while also being in a style that is accessible to students.Provides a balanced and inclusive approach to religion and politics in the U.S.Engages diverse perspectives from various discourses about religion and politics across the political and disciplinary spectra, while placing them in their larger historical context