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“It is clear that this book, with the distinctions it introduces and its daring central thesis, is a major contribution to the current debate. The careful way in which the authors develop their argument step by step, taking into account possible objections, is admirable.” Journal of Contemporary Religion
"Is Britain undergoing a seismic cultural shift with New Age forms of spirituality set to overtake traditional Christian expressions? That′s the fundamental question explored in depth by two leading researchers into religious life in Britain today. Their landmark book ... sets out their findings with back–up evidence from studies worldwide. It raises key issues for all concerned for the future of Christianity in Britain." The Baptist Times
"Clearly, this book written by leading sociologists of religion, is a must for anyone interested in sociology, alternative spirituality and Christian studies, and will be made reference to in many forthcoming researches. I strongly recommend anyone with an interest in this field of study to read the book as it highlights current research findings as well as breaks new ground in sociology of religion." Australian Religious Studies Review
"This book explores the significance for contemporary religion and spirituality of the subjective turn in modern culture. To understand this, we need both careful empirical research and constant reflection on our categories. Heelas and Woodhead supply both in generous measure." Charles Taylor, McGill University
"This well–researched and cogently argued study offers a challenging diagnosis of the spiritual condition of present–day Britain. It will be hotly debated by sociologists, theologians, and all those interested in the future of religion and spirituality." Hugh McLeod, University of Birmingham
"The Spiritual Revolution provides a much–needed survey and theoretical synthesis of research on religious involvement, particularly in Great Britain and the United States … The result is a much more nuanced and productive account of religious change than the usual secularization versus sacralization approach." Penny Marler, Samford University
"A book such as this, whose contributors understand the shades of grey and are able to provide a critique of the religious fanaticism and extremism (on all sides) that has given the rise to so much of the controversy surrounding The Passion, should be essential reading in schools and universities everywhere." Chris Deacy, University of Kent
Penny Marler, Samford University
The declining influence of religion - particularly Christianity - in western societies has been the chief topic of the study of religion for over a century, but in recent years the emergence of something called 'spirituality' has - increasingly - demanded attention. Read the first page
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The spirituality referred to in the title is a spirituality of the self - I am my own supreme spiritual authority, because no one knows what it's like to be me better than I do. This spirituality should be on the rise as it resonates with the dominant idea of the age - the autonomous individual, subject to know one but himself - but this spirituality of the self hasn't done quite as well as the authors hoped to prove.
The representation of Christian congregations is something of a caricature, nevertheless it gives an alternative perspective on why churches in the west are declining.
For those who are just interested in the general theory-- that "subjectavism" has caused the attractiveness of new pratices -- the detailed information about the specific community is a bit cumbersome, but probably necessary for specialists who need to be convinced that the thesis is true.
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