Religion and empire: people, power, and the life of the spirit

"Classical" and "Tibetan" Buddhism -- Devotion to Isis in the Roman Empire -- The revival of Islam and the Iranian revolution -- Renewal movements and resistance to empire in ancient Judea -- The Roman emperor cult -- Christmas, the festival of consumer capitalism -- Epilogue: Re...

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Main Author: Horsley, Richard A. 1939- (Author)
Format: Print Book
Language:English
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Published: Minneapolis, Minn. Fortress Press c 2003
In:Year: 2003
Series/Journal:Facets
Standardized Subjects / Keyword chains:B Religion / Power / Politics / History
Further subjects:B Religion And Politics
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Summary:"Classical" and "Tibetan" Buddhism -- Devotion to Isis in the Roman Empire -- The revival of Islam and the Iranian revolution -- Renewal movements and resistance to empire in ancient Judea -- The Roman emperor cult -- Christmas, the festival of consumer capitalism -- Epilogue: Religion as effect of or response to imperial power.
Item Description:Includes bibliographical references (p. 135-151)
ISBN:0800636317