Embodied Idolatry - A Critique of Christian Nationalism

This bookis a critique of Christian nationalism and an analysis of Christian theological ethics and practice in the US. Utilizing Pierre Bourdieu's sociology and René Girard's mimetic theories, Haden identifies the problematic dynamics of US Christians embodying idolatrous ideological beliefs and calls for Christian conversion from such practices.

List of contents

Acknowledgments

Introduction

1 Embodied Habitus

2 Emotions, Feelings, and Desires

3 Identity Needs and Mimetic Desire

4 Ideology, Beliefs, and Social/Group Influence

5 Jesus' Summons to Hospitality and Table Fellowship

6 Nationalism as Idolatry

Conclusion

Bibliography

Index

About the Author

About the author

Kyle Edward Haden is assistant professor of Theology and Franciscan studies at St. Bonaventure University.

Summary

This book is a critique of Christian nationalism and an analysis of Christian theological ethics and practice in the US. Utilizing Pierre Bourdieu’s sociology and René Girard’s mimetic theories, Haden identifies the problematic dynamics of US Christians embodying idolatrous ideological beliefs and calls for Christian conversion from such practices.

Product details

• Authors: Kyle Edward Haden
• Publisher: Lexington Books
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 31.03.2022
• EAN: 9781793611116
• ISBN: 978-1-79361-111-6
• No. of pages: 174
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > Religion/theology > Christianity; Social sciences, law, business > Political science > Political science and political education; SOCIAL SCIENCE / Sociology of Religion, Nationalism, RELIGION / Christian Theology / Anthropology, Theology, Christianity, Christian theology, Religious groups: social & cultural aspects, Social groups: religious groups and communities