Politics and religion in the new century : philosophical reflections

A collection of philosophical reflections on the intersection of religion and the political in contemporary social, political and intellectual life. The essays raise questions about the contemporary philosophical engagement with religions that orientate it on its practical rather than metaphysical divension. This collection provides important insights for those interested in: philosophy, religious studies, politics, human rights, globalisation, social theory, ethics, sociology, political economy, government, anthropology, contemporary culture, and issues of justice and power generally.