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The Politics of Religious Tourism
Addressing a dearth of literature in this area, this book provides a comprehensive overview and framework of study of the politics of religious tourism.Existing work shows awareness that politics is present but the approach has been one of benign neglect, and/or a priori assumptions about the role of politics in the management of sacred sites.Previous literature is fragmented into various perspectives and approaches that best serve different disciplinary interests.By understanding the politics of religious tourism through the various perspectives and approaches from the discipline of political science, law, public policy, and other fields, this book: · Focuses on how power is exercised regarding religious tourism. · Looks at the governing institutions of religious tourism including the role of relevant governmental bodies such as ministries of tourism or national tourism boards, ministries of religion and/or culture. · Covers the role and influence of religious governing institutions, such as state-supported church/mosque officials, and universities.This book will be of great interest to researchers and students of religious tourism, pilgrimage, as well as related subjects such as political science, economics, sociology, tourism, law studies, and religious studies.
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Primary School Assemblies for Religious Festivals
This new addition to the SPCK Assemblies series is a collection of assemblies that will help teachers to celebrate with all their children throughout the school year, no matter which faith they belong to.The book features assemblies dedicated to the festivals of nine major world religions: the Baha'i Faith, Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, Islam, Jainism, Judaism, Sikhism, and Zoroastrianism.All of the assemblies have been written by people of a Christian background, so they conform to the present law concerning Collective Worship in schools.As with all books in the Assemblies series, helpful icons and a subject index make the book a user-friendly resource for school assembly leaders.
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Indigenous Religious Traditions in 5 Minutes
Indigenous Religious Traditions in Five Minutes aims to answer many of the questions that come to mind when we think about the religious lives of Native and Indigenous peoples of the world.Scholars from many fields answer dozens of questions about a wide variety of specific Indigenous religious traditions and an array of the ideas, practices, and beliefs many people associate with them.Do Native peoples have creator Gods? What is shamanism? Why are there so many spellings of voodoo? Is Paganism considered an Indigenous religious tradition?We also interrogate the concept of Indigenous religious traditions, by asking what the phrase means in relation to the larger fields of Native American and Indigenous Studies and Religious Studies, whether all religions were at some point indigenous, and what the value of studying Indigenous religious traditions is today.Specialists respond to questions like these and many others in easily accessible language and provide references for further exploration, making this volume useful for personal study or classroom use.
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Religious Traditions in Modern South Asia
This book offers a contemporary approach to the study of religion in modern South Asia.It explores the development of religious ideas and practices in the region, giving students a clear and critical understanding of social, political and historical context. Part One takes a fresh look at some familiar themes in the study of religion, such as deity, authoritative texts, myth, worship, teacher traditions and caste, and helps students understand diverse ways of approaching these themes. Part Two focuses on some of the key ways in which Buddhism, Hinduism, Islam and Sikhism in South Asia have been shaped in the modern period.Overall the book considers the impact of gender, politics, and the way religion itself is variously understood. The chapters contain a compelling range of primary source materials and a series of geographical and historical ‘snapshots’ to orientate readers to South Asia.Valuable features for students include images, task boxes, discussion points, suggestions for further reading, a timeline and glossary of terms.
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What are religious festivals?
Religious festivals are special events or celebrations that hold significant religious or spiritual importance for a particular faith or community. These festivals often commemorate important events or figures in the religion's history, and they are typically marked by rituals, prayers, feasting, and other traditional practices. Religious festivals provide an opportunity for followers to come together, strengthen their faith, and celebrate their beliefs in a communal setting. These festivals also serve as a way to pass down religious teachings and traditions from one generation to the next.
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Which religious festivals do you like more?
As an AI, I do not have personal preferences or feelings, so I do not have the capacity to like or dislike religious festivals. However, I can provide information and insights about different religious festivals and their significance to those who celebrate them. If you have specific festivals in mind, feel free to ask and I can provide more detailed information about them.
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Why are some people hardly religious, but strictly adhere to traditions?
Some people may be hardly religious but strictly adhere to traditions because they find comfort and a sense of identity in following the customs and practices of their culture or community. These traditions may have been passed down through generations and are seen as a way to connect with their heritage and maintain a sense of belonging. Additionally, adhering to traditions may also provide a sense of stability and predictability in an ever-changing world, offering a sense of continuity and familiarity in their lives.
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How can one forget culture and heritage?
One can forget culture and heritage by not actively engaging with it, by being disconnected from one's roots and community, and by prioritizing other aspects of life over preserving and celebrating one's cultural identity. This can happen through assimilation into a different culture, lack of exposure to one's own cultural traditions and practices, and a lack of interest in learning about one's heritage. Additionally, societal pressures and discrimination can also contribute to the erasure of one's culture and heritage.
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White Utopias : The Religious Exoticism of Transformational Festivals
Transformational festivals, from Burning Man to Lightning in a Bottle, Bhakti Fest, and Wanderlust, are massive events that attract thousands of participants to sites around the world.In this groundbreaking book, Amanda J. Lucia shows how these festivals operate as religious institutions for “spiritual, but not religious” (SBNR) communities.Whereas previous research into SBNR practices and New Age religion has not addressed the predominantly white makeup of these communities, White Utopias examines the complicated, often contradictory relationships with race at these events, presenting an engrossing ethnography of SBNR practices.Lucia contends that participants create temporary utopias through their shared commitments to spiritual growth and human connection.But they also participate in religious exoticism by adopting Indigenous and Indic spiritualities, a practice that ultimately renders them exclusive, white utopias.Focusing on yoga’s role in disseminating SBNR values, Lucia offers new ways of comprehending transformational festivals as significant cultural phenomena.
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The Routledge Handbook of Religious and Spiritual Tourism
The Routledge Handbook of Religious and Spiritual Tourism provides a robust and comprehensive state-of-the-art review of the literature in this growing sub-field of tourism.This handbook is split into five distinct sections. The first section covers past and present debates regarding definitions, theories, and concepts related to religious and spiritual tourism.Subsequent sections focus on the supply and demand aspects of religious and spiritual tourism markets, and examine issues related to the management side of these markets around the world.Areas under examination include religious theme parks, the UNESCO branding of religious heritage, gender and performance, popular culture, pilgrimage, environmental impacts, and fear and terrorism, among many others.The final section explores emerging and future directions in religious and spiritual tourism, and proposes an agenda for further research.Interdisciplinary in coverage and international in scope through its authorship and content, this will be essential reading for all students, researchers, and academics interested in Tourism, Religion, Cultural Studies, and Heritage Studies.
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Japanese Culture : The Religious and Philosophical Foundations
Japanese Culture: The Religious and Philosophical Foundations takes readers on a thoroughly researched and remarkably readable journey through Japan's cultural history. This much-anticipated sequel to Roger Davies's best-selling The Japanese Mind provides a comprehensive overview of the religion and philosophy of Japan.This cultural history of Japan explains the diverse cultural traditions that underlie modern Japan and offers readers real insights into Japanese manners and etiquette.Davies begins with an investigation of the origins of the Japanese, followed by an analysis of the most relevant approaches used by scholars to describe the essential elements of Japanese culture.From there, each chapter focuses on one of the formative aspects: Shintoism, Buddhism, Taoism, Zen, Confucianism, and Western influences in the modern era.Each chapter is concluded with extensive endnotes along with thought-provoking discussion activities, making this volume ideal for individual readers and classroom instruction.Anyone interested in pursuing a deeper understanding of this complex and fascinating nation will find Davies's work an invaluable resource.
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Religious Tourism in Northern Thailand : Encounters with Buddhist Monks
Cross-cultural dialogues in sacred space cultivate awareness of self and othersTemples are everywhere in Chiang Mai, filled with tourists as well as saffron-robed monks of all ages.The monks participate in daily urban life here as elsewhere in Thailand, where Buddhism is promoted, protected, and valued as a tourist attraction.Yet this mountain city offers more than a fleeting, commodified tourist experience, as the encounters between foreign visitors and Buddhist monks can have long-lasting effects on both parties. These religious contacts take place where economic motives, missionary zeal, and opportunities for cultural exchange coincide.Brooke Schedneck incorporates fieldwork and interviews with student monks and tourists to examine the innovative ways that Thai Buddhist temples offer foreign visitors spaces for religious instruction and popular in-person Monk Chat sessions in which tourists ask questions about Buddhism.Religious Tourism in Northern Thailand also considers how Thai monks perceive other religions and cultures and how they represent their own religion when interacting with tourists, resulting in a revealing study of how religious traditions adapt to an era of globalization.
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Are religious people more intelligent than non-religious people?
Intelligence is a complex and multifaceted trait that cannot be solely determined by a person's religious beliefs. There is no conclusive evidence to suggest that religious people are inherently more intelligent than non-religious people, as intelligence is influenced by a variety of factors such as genetics, environment, education, and life experiences. It is important to recognize that individuals of all religious and non-religious backgrounds have the capacity for intelligence and critical thinking. Therefore, it is not accurate to make generalizations about the intelligence of religious versus non-religious individuals.
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Why do non-religious people not celebrate religious holidays?
Non-religious people may choose not to celebrate religious holidays because they do not adhere to the beliefs or practices associated with those holidays. They may not find personal significance or meaning in the religious aspects of the holidays and therefore do not feel compelled to participate. Additionally, some non-religious individuals may prefer to celebrate holidays that align more closely with their own values and beliefs.
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Can religious ultra-Orthodox be compared to religious extremists?
Religious ultra-Orthodox and religious extremists can share some similarities, such as a strict adherence to religious laws and traditions, and a resistance to modern secular influences. However, it is important to note that not all ultra-Orthodox individuals are extremists, and not all religious extremists are ultra-Orthodox. While some ultra-Orthodox groups may hold extreme views and engage in radical behavior, it is not accurate or fair to categorize all ultra-Orthodox individuals as extremists. It is important to approach each group or individual with an open mind and not make assumptions based on stereotypes.
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Are most religious people nicer than non-religious people?
It is not accurate to make a blanket statement about the behavior of most religious people compared to non-religious people. People's behavior is influenced by a variety of factors, including their individual personalities, upbringing, and personal beliefs. While some religious individuals may exhibit kindness and compassion as a result of their faith, there are also many non-religious individuals who demonstrate these qualities. It is important to recognize that kindness and compassion are not exclusive to any particular group and can be found in people of all backgrounds and beliefs.
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