Abstract
The scientific study of religion is inherently challenging. By its very nature, religion is a complex phenomenon, difficult to measure and assess empirically. Religion and religious identity are simultaneously cognitive, affective and behavioral, with multiple social and psychological impacts on the individual and community (E.H. Cohen, forthcoming; Wulff 1997).
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | The Routledge Handbook of Research Methods in the Study of Religion |
Publisher | Taylor and Francis |
Pages | 178-203 |
Number of pages | 26 |
ISBN (Electronic) | 9781136577659 |
ISBN (Print) | 9780415559201 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 1 Jan 2013 |
Bibliographical note
Publisher Copyright:© 2011 Michael Stausberg and Steven Engler for selection and editorial matter; individual contributors, their contributions.