New approaches to the study of esotericism
This volume offers new approaches to some of the biggest persistent challenges in the study of esotericism and beyond. Commonly understood as a particularly "Western" undertaking consisting of religious, philosophical, and ritual traditions that go back to Mediterranean antiquity, this boo...
| Published in: | Method & theory in the study of religion / Supplements |
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| Contributors: | ; |
| Format: | Print Book |
| Language: | English |
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| Published: |
Leiden Boston
Brill
[2021]
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| In: |
Method & theory in the study of religion / Supplements (volume 17)
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| Series/Journal: | Method & theory in the study of religion / Supplements
volume 17 |
| Standardized Subjects / Keyword chains: | B
Esotericism
/ Occultism
/ Science of Religion
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| RelBib Classification: | AA Study of religion AZ New religious movements |
| Further subjects: | B
Collection of essays
B Occultism Research Methodology |
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| Parallel Edition: | Electronic
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| Summary: | This volume offers new approaches to some of the biggest persistent challenges in the study of esotericism and beyond. Commonly understood as a particularly "Western" undertaking consisting of religious, philosophical, and ritual traditions that go back to Mediterranean antiquity, this book argues for a global approach that significantly expands the scope of esotericism and highlights its relevance for broader theoretical and methodological debates in the humanities and social sciences. The contributors offer critical interventions on aspects related to colonialism, race, gender and sexuality, economy, and marginality. Equipped with a substantial introduction and conclusion, the book offers textbook-style discussions of the state of research and makes concrete proposals for how esotericism can be rethought through broader engagement with neighboring fields |
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| ISBN: | 9004446443 |