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Inbunden, Engelska, 1998
2 205 kr
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Rituals may be one of the most obvious aspects of social and religious life, but it is certainly not the most accessible. As a subject of systematic historical and comparative study ritual has proved to be a particularly complicated phenomenon to analyse, because of the variety of activities that may be considered ritual and the multiplicity of perspectives from which they may legitimately be interpreted.In this book Catherine Bell offers a practical introduction to ritual and its study, presenting comprehensive overviews of the most influential theories of religion and ritual, the major categories of ritual activity, and the key debates that have shaped our interest in ritual. Instead of approaching ritual as a clear-cut and timeless object of scrutiny, Bell focuses on how a variety of definitions and constructed understandings of ritual have emerged and changed. She organizes the issues and data within three distinct frameworks: the first addreses theories of ritual; the second explores the range of activities understood as ritual; and the third analyses the contexts and conditions in which ritual activitiis take place. Throughout, Bell develops the position that ritual activity appears to us today as a complex social medium, a cultural construction of playing a wide variety of roles and communication a rich density of meanings.
Häftad, Engelska, 2007
400 kr
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There is a great deal of interest in bringing a better appreciation of ritual into religious studies classes, but many teachers are uncertain how to go about doing this. Religious studies faculty know how to teach texts, but they are often unprepared to teach something for which the meaning lies in the doing. How much doing should a class do? How does the teacher talk about religious concepts that exist in practical relationships, not textual descriptions? These practical issues also give rise to theoretical questions. Giving more attention to ritual effectively suggests a reinterpretation of religion itselfless focused on what people have thought and written, and more focused on how they order their universe. Much of the useful analysis of ritual derives from anthropological and sociological premises, which are often foreign to religious studies faculty and are seen by some as theologically problematic. This is the first resource to address the issues specific to teaching this subject. A stellar cast of contributors, who teach ritual in a wide variety of courses and settings, explain what has worked for them in the classroom, what hasn't, and what they've learned from experience. Their voices range from personal to formal, and their topics from Japanese theatre to using field trips. The result is a thoughtful guide for teachers who are new to the subject as well as experienced ones looking for fresh angles and approaches.
Häftad, Engelska, 2010
470 kr
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Ritual studies today figures as a central element of religious discourse for many scholars around the world. Ritual Theory, Ritual Practice, Catherine Bell's sweeping and seminal work on the subject, helped legitimize the field. In this volume, Bell re-examines the issues, methods, and ramifications of our interest in ritual by concentrating on anthropology, sociology, and the history of religions. Now with a new foreword by Diane Jonte-Pace, Bell's work is a must-read for understanding the evolution of the field of ritual studies and its current state.
Häftad, Engelska, 2010
458 kr
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From handshakes and toasts to chant and genuflection, ritual pervades our social interactions and religious practices. Still, few of us could identify all of our daily and festal ritual behaviors, much less explain them to an outsider. Similarly, because of the variety of activities that qualify as ritual and their many contradictory yet, in many ways, equally legitimate interpretations, ritual seems to elude any systematic historical and comparative scrutiny. In this book, Catherine Bell offers a practical introduction to ritual practice and its study; she surveys the most influential theories of religion and ritual, the major categories of ritual activity, and the key debates that have shaped our understanding of ritualism. Bell refuses to nail down ritual with any one definition or understanding. Instead, her purpose is to reveal how definitions emerge and evolve and to help us become more familiar with the interplay of tradition, exigency, and self- expression that goes into constructing this complex social medium.
Häftad, Engelska, 2009
362 kr
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Indigenous peoples around the world are seeking greater control over tangible and intangible cultural heritage. In Canada, issues concerning repatriation and trade of material culture, heritage site protection, treatment of ancestral remains, and control over intangible heritage are governed by a complex legal and policy environment. This volume looks at the key features of Canadian, US, and international law influencing indigenous cultural heritage in Canada. Legal and extralegal avenues for reform are examined and opportunities and limits of existing frameworks are discussed. Is a radical shift in legal and political relations necessary for First Nations concerns to be meaningfully addressed?
Häftad, Engelska, 2026
171 kr
Kommande
Unlock your creativity with an exciting new set of keys—the 9 Enneagram energy types—in an inspiring guide from Russ Hudson, one of the Enneagram’s original developers and most renowned teachers.If you’re interested in what makes you (and others) tick, you’ve probably come across the Enneagram personality typing system. Maybe you’ve even taken a self-test to work out which of the 9 Ennea-types you fit.But there’s much more to the Enneagram than a single archetype that defines you. Its 9 points represent a range of energies that all exist in each of us, informing the way we move through the world and what we create with our lives.In this book, iconic Enneagram teacher Russ Hudson—one of the co-creators of the typology—teams up with Catherine R. Bell, an expert in organizational culture and team dynamics, to show you how you can access all 9 energies to tap into your own creativity as never before.You’ll discover:· The energetic characteristics of the 9 Enneagram points—and which energy is most present in you· The creative essence each type represents and what it brings to creative endeavors: for example, “The Art of Heart-Based Action” (Type 3), “The Art of Structure” (Type 6), “The Art of Receptivity” (Type 9)· The lessons each point offers for the creative process, as well as its deeper wisdom for personal and spiritual growth· Practical techniques to bring each energy into balance and build healthy collaborative relationships· The magic that happens when all 9 energy points are ignited within us, opening up vast possibilities to create and problem solve“When creativity is fully engaged, it involves both spirit and soul,” the authors explain. “Creativity in its fullness requires plugging in to a deeper part of our humanity.” This book gives you the inspiration and the tools you need to channel the creative power within you and unleash your transformative potential.