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This title in other formats:New Religious Movements: Challenge and Responseby Bryan Wilson
Synopses & ReviewsPublisher Comments:This collection explores the modern phenomena of new religions, and the relationship these religions have with various social institutions.
The essays discuss the relevance of various religious movements such as Hare Krishna, Jesus People and Wicca, and show the relationship between those religions and economics, law media, mental health, women and other traditional religious institutions. "New Religious Movements" provides a balanced overview of the scope of influence and complexity of new religions. Book News Annotation:Wilson (sociology, Oxford) and Cresswell (Institute of Oriental
Philosophy European Center), along with a host of other British
scholars, explore causes, effects, theologies, and responses to New
Religious Movements throughout the world. Case studies include
examinations of new religions in Italy and Brazil, and the
development and influence of anti-cult movements in the USA, Germany,
and Britain. Contributions also include analyses of how new religions
interact with the media, legal systems, the economy, and traditional
religion.
Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com) Synopsis:A comprehensive study on the phenomena and impact of new religions. It examines the importance and relevance of new religious movements and discusses new religions including Hare Krishna, Sikh Dharma, The Unification Church, The Church of Scientology, The Jesus People and Wicca. What Our Readers Are SayingBe the first to add a comment for a chance to win!Product Details
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