After years of discussion within the field of anthropology concerning how to properly engage with theology, a growing number of anthropologists now want to engage with theology as a counterpart in ethnographic dialogue. Theologically Engaged Anthropology focuses on the theological history of anthropology, illuminating deeply held theological assumptions that humans make about the nature of reality, and illustrating how these theological assumptions manifest themselves in society. This volume brings together leading anthropologists and theologians to consider what theology can contribute to cultural anthropology and ethnography. It provides anthropologists and theologians with a rationale and framework for using theology in anthropological research.
About the AuthorDerrick Lemons is an Assistant Professor of Religion at the University of Georgia.
Reviewsfilled with substantive insights not only into what theologians stand to gain from anthropology, but also -- and especially -- how theology can benefit anthropology, rendering this an important volume for anthropologists and theologians alike. * Thomas Seat, Journal of World Christianity *
Book InformationISBN 9780198797852
Author J. Derrick LemonsFormat Hardback
Page Count 396
Imprint Oxford University PressPublisher Oxford University Press
Weight(grams) 760g
Dimensions(mm) 238mm * 163mm * 29mm