The Need For Certainty: A Sociological Study Of Conventional Religion

The Need For Certainty: A Sociological Study Of Conventional Religion

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Author: Robert Towler
Binding: Hardback
Published: Routledge, 1984

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings

This academic work presents a compelling sociological analysis of conventional religious practices. It uncovers the fundamental human desire for certainty and illustrates how established faiths often fulfill this profound psychological need. The text argues that religious structures provide frameworks for understanding the world, offering stability and meaning in an uncertain existence. Through meticulous research, the author chronicles the societal impact of these belief systems, detailing their role in shaping individual and collective identities. This insightful study offers a nuanced perspective on the enduring appeal and function of organized religion within society.

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Description

Author: Robert Towler
Binding: Hardback
Published: Routledge, 1984

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings

This academic work presents a compelling sociological analysis of conventional religious practices. It uncovers the fundamental human desire for certainty and illustrates how established faiths often fulfill this profound psychological need. The text argues that religious structures provide frameworks for understanding the world, offering stability and meaning in an uncertain existence. Through meticulous research, the author chronicles the societal impact of these belief systems, detailing their role in shaping individual and collective identities. This insightful study offers a nuanced perspective on the enduring appeal and function of organized religion within society.