New Spirituality: An Introduction to Progressive Belief in the Twenty-First Century
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Author Description
"Much attention has been given in recent writings about religion to fundamentalism and the 'religious right'. But less attention has been given to their opposite - the emergence of a new generation of progressive religious thinkers and organisations on the 'religious left'. "The New Spirituality" is one of the first books to give a comprehensive and authoritative account of this burgeoning progressive religious movement. It offers a clear and engaging analysis of the cultural roots, key ideas and organisational structures of this new faith, assessing its significance in the changing moral and religious landscape of contemporary western society. Gordon Lynch argues that we are witnessing the rise of a new religious ideology which reveres the natural world, connects religious faith with novel scientific theories, and has a forward-looking agenda for society's transformation. Produced by one of Britain's leading writers on the changing patterns of modern religion, "The New Spirituality" will be essential reading for students attempting to understand the shape of religious belief in the twenty-first century."--Bloomsbury Publishing.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This book investigates the rise of progressive religious thought and organizations in the 21st century, contrasting it with the attention given to fundamentalism. Gordon Lynch, a leading scholar on modern religion, provides a comprehensive analysis of this burgeoning movement, exploring its cultural origins, core tenets, and organizational frameworks. The book examines how this new spirituality intersects with contemporary scientific theories and environmental concerns, proposing a forward-looking agenda for societal change. Lynch argues that this progressive ideology is reshaping the moral and religious landscape of Western society.
THE SCOPE MAP
- Analysis of the cultural roots of progressive religious movements.
- Examination of the key ideas and philosophies driving the 'religious left'.
- Overview of the organizational structures of new spiritual groups.
- Assessment of the significance of progressive spirituality in contemporary Western society.
- Exploration of the connection between religious faith and novel scientific theories.
- Discussion of the forward-looking, transformative agenda proposed by these movements.
- Focus on the changing moral and religious landscape of the twenty-first century.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
The book is presented as an authoritative account of a burgeoning progressive religious movement, intended to fill a gap in scholarly attention often focused on fundamentalism. It aims to provide students and interested readers with a clear understanding of the cultural, ideological, and organizational aspects of this evolving spiritual landscape. The work is positioned as essential reading for comprehending contemporary religious belief systems. Its analysis connects faith with scientific thought and societal transformation, offering a forward-looking perspective.
Page Count:
218
Publication Date:
2007-01-01
ISBN-10:
1845114140
Religion
History
Philosophy
Spirituality
Non-Fiction
Sociology of Religion
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