Interpreting gene myths in a globalized world
This essay critically examines Peter Beyer’s system-theoretical definition of religion, his concept of the function of religion in global society, and his definition of global core values. The empirical examples used for this critique illustrate how religion serves as a resource in public debate, an...
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| Format: | Electronic Article |
| Language: | English |
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Fachgebiet für Religionswissenschaft im Fachbereich 11, Philipps Universität Marburg
[2020]
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Marburg journal of religion
Year: 2020, Volume: 22, Issue: 2, Pages: 1-34 |
| Standardized Subjects / Keyword chains: | B
Beyer, Peter 1949-
/ Europe
/ USA
/ Religion
/ Systems theory
/ Genetics
/ Myth
/ Public opinion
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| IxTheo Classification: | AA Study of religion AB Philosophy of religion; criticism of religion; atheism AD Sociology of religion; religious policy AF Geography of religion AG Religious life; material religion KBA Western Europe KBQ North America |
| Further subjects: | B
cultural analysis
B Peter Beyer B Survey B gene science debate B Myth B Eurobarometer B Technology B Globalization B Hermeneutics |
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