On the Legacy of Lutheranism in Finland - Societal Perspectives

This volume analyses the societal legacy of Lutheranism in Finland by drawing on a multidisciplinary perspective from the social sciences and humanities. Involving researchers from a wide range of such fields has made it possible to provide fresh and fascinating perspectives on the relationship between Lutheranism and Finnish society. Overall the book argues that Lutheranism and secular Finnish society are deeply intertwined. This volume addresses different societal areas which have been significantly influenced by Lutheranism, but also demonstrate how Lutheranism and its institutions have themselves adapted to society. As part of an ongoing religious turn in humanities and social sciences research in Finland and other countries, this book argues that it is necessary to take religion into greater account to more fully understand current societies and cultures, as well as their futures.

About the author

Kaius Sinnemäki PhD, Associate Professor, University of Helsinki, Finland

Product details

• Authors: Robert H. Nelson, Annel Portman, Anneli Portman, Kaiu Sinnemäki, Kaius Sinnemäki, Jouni Tilli, Jouni et a Tilli
• Publisher: Suomalaisen kirjallisuuden seura
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 30.11.2019
• EAN: 9789518581355
• ISBN: 978-951-858-135-5
• No. of pages: 352
• Dimensions: 176 mm x 250 mm x 20 mm
• Weight: 645 g
• Series: Studia Fennica Historica
• Subject: Humanities, art, music > History > Regional and national histories