The encyclopedia of religion in Australia
By: edited by James Jupp.
Contributors: Jupp, James.
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Published: 2009
Place of publication: Cambridge [England]; New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 799
ISBN-13: 9780521864077
Subjects: Australia -- Religion -- Encyclopedias; Australia -- Religious life and customs -- Encyclopedias
Genres: Encyclopedias
Description: Australia is a country rich in religious diversity. While constitutionally speaking Australia is a secular society, waves of immigration over its short history have had a great impact on its religious and cultural make-up. This encyclopaedia is a reference to describe the beliefs, practices and organisation of religion in Australia. It examines religion in several different ways: historical development, belief systems and controversies, as well as the social role each faith plays in modern Australian society. This volume includes entries on Indigenous spirituality, Scientology, Hillsong and Atheism, and features all of the major religions. It includes a section dedicated to current debates and issues in modern-day Australia, such as the place of religion in politics, fundamentalism, religions education and social cohesion. [adapted from ½ title page].
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p. 718-758) and index.
Table of contents: title: Introduction / James Jupp; title: An historical outline of religion in Australia / Hilary M. Carey; title: Defining religion and spirituality / Gary Bouma; title: The social role of religion / James Jupp; title: Time, place and social status / James Jupp; title: Ethnic variety and origins / James Jupp; title: Religion in Australia A-Z; title: Belief and disbelief / James Jupp; title: Religion, state and politics in Australia / Marion Maddox; title: Religion and politics in Australia : a Catholic perspective / Tony Coady; title: Ecumenical and multifaith Australia / Desmond Cahill; title: Fundamentalism in modern society / James Jupp; title: Religion, immigration and refugees / James Jupp; title: Religion, media and cultural diversity / Andrew Jakubowicz; title: Non-Christian religions in Australia / Abe Wade Ata; title: Religious school systems / Geoffrey Sherington; title: Religious diversity and social cohesion in Australia; title: Welfare work and charitable organisations / Shurlee Swain; title: Women and religion / Hurriyet Babacan; title: Australian young people and religion / Philip Hughes.