Invitation to the Sociology of Religion

This book intends to serve as a conversational, colorful, engaging, and provocative introduction to the sociology of religion for undergraduates. Written in lively prose, this volume aims to introduce students to the major themes, problems and goals of the sociological study of religion while also summoning the sense of wonder and curiosity for the enterprise itself. Acknowledgements Introduction Chapter 1: Sociology and Religion Chapter 2: Time and Place Chapter 3: Religion is Socially Learned Chapter 4: Religion or Cult? Chapter 5: Social Life Affecting Religion Chapter 6: Religion Affecting Social Life Conclusion: The Matter of Belief Bibliography Index