Religious responses to social changes in Russia: Traditional and new religions compared

Recent developments have brought about rapid changes in Russian society which in turn have reshaped the religious landscape in that country. Looking at traditional religion as well as new forms of religiosity the author argues that Russia is experiencing a continuing religious renewal rather than a...

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Published in:Journal of contemporary religion
Main Author: Agadžanjan, Aleksandr Sergeevič 1958- (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
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Published: Carfax Publ. [1996]
In: Journal of contemporary religion
Online Access: Volltext (Resolving-System)
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Summary:Recent developments have brought about rapid changes in Russian society which in turn have reshaped the religious landscape in that country. Looking at traditional religion as well as new forms of religiosity the author argues that Russia is experiencing a continuing religious renewal rather than a revival. He examines the diversity of religious groups in relation to pluralism and social inequality.
ISSN:1469-9419
Contains:Enthalten in: Journal of contemporary religion
Persistent identifiers:DOI: 10.1080/13537909608580756