A Sociology of Prayer

Exploring the social and personal dimensions of prayer, this volume addresses why individuals engage in prayer and the contexts in which it occurs. It questions the implications of prayer on the concept of divinity and examines its relevance in complex, late modern societies. Contributors draw on interdisciplinary insights from religion, anthropology, and history, presenting new empirical data alongside original theories. The book also investigates the material aspects of prayer, such as the objects, symbols, and spaces associated with the practice.