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Seven Theories of Religion
Seven Theories of Religion
What is Religion?
Guide Rating -  
Pros  •  Clearly written text makes theories comprehensible to lay readers
•  Addresses a wide variety of issues about religion
•  Explains many arguments, counter-arguments and positions in even-handed way
Cons  •  none
The Bottom Line - This fair and even-handed approach makes his book an excellent addition to a class reading list and an important part of the library of anyone interested in studying religion. This is definitely a book I will be using regularly.
 
Product Description
•  Introduction to the philosophy of religion
•  Examines and critiques seven different, common theories of religion
•  Explains various perspectives that everyone studying religion should know
 
 
Guide Review

What is Religion?
I have found that many people who study religion and religious history don't also spend enough time reading about the theories of religion - why religion exists, how it developed, what needs it serves, etc. Most of what people know about Freud's or Marx's ideas seem to stem from crass popularizations and this leads to errors.

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