This book develops a theory of existential security. It demonstrates
that the publics of virtually all advanced industrial societies have
been moving toward more secular orientations during the past half
century, but also that the world as a whole now has more people with
traditional religious views than ever before. This second edition
expands the theory and provides new and updated evidence from a broad
perspective and in a wide range of countries. This confirms that
religiosity persists most strongly among vulnerable populations,
especially in poorer nations and in failed states. Conversely, a
systematic erosion of religious practices, values and beliefs has
occurred among the more prosperous strata in rich nations.
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ISBN
9781139125178
Publisert
2013
Utgave
2. utgave
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Vendor
Cambridge University Press
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Digital bok
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