Orthodox Revivalism in Russia - Driving Forces and Moral Quests

This book, based on in depth ethnographic fieldwork, explores the social background and moral attitudes of the "little flock" of believers who actively participate in religious life.

List of contents

Acknowledgements Introduction Chapter One: The Vicarious Religion: The Strength of the 'Little Flock' of Believers Chapter Two: Multiple Moralities and Religious Power Chapter Three: In Search of Salvation: Narratives of Conversion, 'Moral Torment' and Miracles Chapter Four: Politics of Memory and Religious Nationalism: Martyrs and Heroes Conclusions References Appendix Index

About the author

Milena Benovska is a Professor in the Department of Ethnology and Balkan Studies at the South-West University of Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria

Summary

This book, based on in depth ethnographic fieldwork, explores the social background and moral attitudes of the "little flock" of believers who actively participate in religious life.

Product details

• Authors: Milena Benovska
• Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd.
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 31.05.2022
• EAN: 9780367563851
• ISBN: 978-0-367-56385-1
• No. of pages: 204
• Series: Routledge Religion, Society and Government in Eastern Europe and the Former Soviet States
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > Religion/theology > Christianity; Non-fiction book > Philosophy, religion > Religion: general, reference works; Social sciences, law, business > Sociology; Ethnic Studies, Sociology, SOCIAL SCIENCE / General, Russia, SOCIAL SCIENCE / Regional Studies, SOCIAL SCIENCE / Research, Social & cultural anthropology, ethnography, Orthodox and Oriental Orthodox Churches, Orthodox & Oriental Churches, SOCIAL SCIENCE / Cultural & Ethnic Studies / General