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Fenn, Richard K.

 
9780195143690: Beyond Idols: The Shape of a Secular Society
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ISBN 10 : 0195143698 ISBN 13 : 9780195143690
Editeur : Oxford University Press Inc, 2001

Synopsis

This book attempts to articulate the nature of a secular society, describe its benefits, and suggests the conditions under which such a society could emerge. To become secular, argues Fenn, is to open oneself and one's society to a wide range of possibilities, some interesting and exciting, some burdensome and dreadful. While some sociologists have argued that a "Civil Religion" is necessary to hold together our newly "religionless" society, Fenn urges that there is nothing to fear--and everything to gain--from living in a society that is not bound together by sacred memories and beliefs, or by sacred institutions and practices.

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Présentation de l'éditeur

This book attempts to articulate the nature of a secular society, describe its benefits, and suggests the conditions under which such a society could emerge. To become secular, argues Fenn, is to open oneself and one's society to a wide range of possibilities, some interesting and exciting, some burdensome and dreadful. While some sociologists have argued that a "Civil Religion" is necessary to hold together our newly "religionless" society, Fenn urges that there is nothing to fear--and everything to gain--from living in a society that is not bound together by sacred memories and beliefs, or by sacred institutions and practices.

Revue de presse

Fenn displays great skill and verve in his attempts to grapple with a range of complex issues ... argued with intelligence, passion, and some insight. (Journal of Contemporary Religion)

This is a rich, deeply thought and original book that perplexes and provokes. (Theology)

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Éditeur
Oxford University Press Inc
Date d'édition
2001
Langue
anglais
ISBN 10 
0195143698
ISBN 13 
9780195143690
Reliure
Relié
Nombre de pages
208
Coordonnées du fabricant
Oxford University Press
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