Orthodox Revivalism in Russia: Driving Forces and Moral Quests

ISBN-13: 9780367474201 / Angielski / Twarda / 2020 / 240 str.

Milena Benovska

Opis

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.

Spis treści

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

O autorze

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