Churches and Politics in Latin America
Author | : Daniel H. Levine |
Publisher | : SAGE Publications, Incorporated |
Total Pages | : 296 |
Release | : 1980 |
ISBN-10 | : STANFORD:36105081125143 |
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Rating | : 4/5 (43 Downloads) |
Download or read book Churches and Politics in Latin America written by Daniel H. Levine and published by SAGE Publications, Incorporated. This book was released on 1980 with total page 296 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The contributors to this volume -- scholars and clergy from both North and South America -- describe the complex relationship between religion and state in Latin America. They discuss the intense self-examination by Latin American Christians, the development of new theologies, new religions and social practices, and a heightened sensitivity to social problems.