Religion / Religion and Society

Guide My Feet

by Marian Wright Edelman

The founder of the Children's Defense Fund and author of The Measure of Our Success presents prayers and meditations to inspire all those, such as parents, teachers, and ministers, who work on the behalf of...

Rabbi Moses: A Documentary Catalogue

by Jacob Neusner

This book is an exercise in the systematic recourse to anachronism as a theological-exegetical mode of apologetics. Jacob Neusner surveys the presentation of the prophets by the rabbis, beginning with Moses....

Religion in an Age of Science

by Ian G. Barbour

A comprehensive examination of the major issues between science and religion in today's world.

Morals, Ethics and Religions

by Carl G. Schowengerdt

All of our religions claim to be highly moral, and in many ways, are. These same religions are also deeply intolerant, prescribing and practicing violent intolerance toward all other people who do not share...

Rainbow Theology: Bridging Race, Sexuality, and Spirit

by Patrick S. Cheng

• The first book to explore the theologies of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) people of color • Addresses issues of homophobia in communities of color, including ethnic churches, as well as...

Women, Power and Politics in 21st Century Iran

by Tara Povey & Elaheh Rostami-Povey

A truly fascinating insider's look at the experiences of Iranian women as academics, political and civil society activists, this book counters the often inaccurate and misleading stereotyping of Iranian women...

Jihadi Terrorism and the Radicalisation Challenge: European and American Experiences

by Rik Coolsaet

By its combination of novel thinking, practical experience and a theoretical approach, this collective work compares radicalisation in both continents and the strategies aimed at de-radicalisation. But it also...

Does Jesus Really Love Me?

by Jeff Chu

In this timely work—part memoir, part investigative analysis—a prize-winning writer explores the explosive and confusing intersection of faith, politics, and sexuality in Christian America.

When Jeff Chu...

Killing Jesus: The Unknown Conspiracy Behind the World's Most Famous Execution

by Stephen

Discover the largely unknown intense human drama, powerful political intrigue and gritty, horrifying secrets behind the execution of Jesus.

An Alley in Chicago: The Life and Legacy of Monsignor John Egan

by Margerie Frisbie

Besides recounting the exemplary life of Monsignor John Joseph Egan, An Alley in Chicago briefs us on the firebrand priests and lay people who radiated the power and élan that made Catholics across the country...

The A to Z of the Druzes

by Samy Swayd

This dictionary provides nearly 1,000 concise and informative cross-referenced A to Z entries on religious, political, and cultural themes, as well as entries on a number of major families and individuals (artists,...

The A to Z of New Age Movements

by Michael York

The A to Z of New Age Movements furnishes profiles and explanations of New Age spokespeople and leaders, of a range of human potential and self-help practices, of countercultural spiritual developments, and...

God Loves Diversity and Justice: Progressive Scholars Speak about Faith, Politics, and the World

by Susanne Scholz, Maria A. Dixon & Pat Davis

This book interrogates the theological statement of God loving diversity and justice from the multi-religious, multi-ethnic, multi-disciplinary, and multi-gendered identities of the contributors. They engage...

Historical Dictionary of Radical Christianity

by William H. Brackney

The Historical Dictionary of Radical Christianity covers the history of this movement and includes an introductory essay and a bibliography. The dictionary section has over 400 cross-referenced entries. The...

The Food and Feasts of Jesus: Inside the World of First Century Fare, with Menus and Recipes

by Douglas E. Neel & Joel A. Pugh

The Food and Feasts of Jesus offers a new perspective on life in biblical times by taking readers inside the food culture of the day. From wedding feasts to a farmer’s lunch, the book explores the significance...

Sexuality Explained: A Guide for Parents and Children

by Louise Kirk & Jessie Gillick

Sexuality Explained: a guide for parents and children underpins parents in their role as first educators of their children. It draws on the latest knowledge of the human body to show how mind, heart and body...

SCM Core Text Theology and Sexuality

by Susannah Cornwall

The SCM Core Text Theology and Sexuality provides a clear overview of the theological debate surrounding sexuality as broadly understood. It gives an outline of the major themes surrounding sexuality in theological...

Historical Dictionary of New Religious Movements

by George D. Chryssides

In this newly updated second edition of the Historical Dictionary of New Religious Movements, George D. Chryssides traces the rise and development of new religious movements throughout the world. An updated...

Religion: An Anthropological View

by Anthony Wallace

An anthropological view of religion by Anthony F. C. Wallace, including sections on general theories on religion, religion as therapy, and religion as a form of expression.

Liberation Theology: The Essential Facts About the Revolutionary Movement in Latin America and Beyond

by Phillip Berryman

Liberation theology has become an essential component of almost every major debate over Latin America today.  It has changed the face of political life in Nicaragua, El Salvador, and Haiti; contributed to the...