Group Theories of Religion and the Individual

By Clement Charles Julian Webb

Book Overview

""Group Theories of Religion and the Individual"" is a book written by Clement Charles Julian Webb in 1916. The book explores the relationship between religion and society, focusing on the role of groups in shaping individual religious beliefs and practices. Webb argues that religion is not simply a personal matter, but rather a social phenomenon that is shaped by the collective beliefs and practices of a community. He examines various theories of religion, including those that emphasize the importance of ritual, myth, and symbolism, and considers how these theories can be applied to the study of individual religious experiences. Throughout the book, Webb emphasizes the importance of understanding the social and cultural context in which religious beliefs and practices arise, and he provides a detailed analysis of the ways in which group dynamics can influence individual religious behavior. ""Group Theories of Religion and the Individual"" is a seminal work in the field of sociology of religion, and it continues to be widely read and studied today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120289319
• ISBN13: 9781120289315
• Release Date: October 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 210 Pages
• Weight: 0.63 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"