Religion exists in and is part of the broader social milieu. Its content and structure are formed, at least partially, out of the 'fabric' of the socio-cultural world we live in, (such as language, symbols, rules, social relations, institutions and so on).
This course will look at understanding the intersections between religion and the broader social world. We will analyse religious beliefs, practices and organizations from a distinctively sociological approach looking sp ecifically at classical theorists such as Foucault, Derrida and Kristeva.
These theoretical tools will enhance the understanding of religion and its connection to specific social institutions and practices (such as family, work, government etc) as well as offering insights into the ways in which religion shapes and influences human subjectivities.
