New Religious Movements

The Basics

Joseph Laycock (Texas State University, USA)

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Routledge
24 June 2022

Religion: general; Eclectic & esoteric religions & belief systems

Series: The Basics

New Religious Movements: The Basics is a concise and engaging introduction to the field of New Religious Movements (NRMs). Western culture is currently going through a wave of fascination with “cults”, with numerous documentaries and television series dedicated to describing these groups. Meanwhile, scholars have been wrestling with the intricacies of this loaded category for decades.

Introducing the reader to some of the key issues and debates in the field of NRM studies, this book includes discussions on:

how to define the term “new religious movement”

critically unpacking the term “cult”

how to study NRMs

brainwashing and deprogramming

prophecy and failed prophecy

charisma and authority

NRMs and violence

gender and sexuality

This book is essential reading for students and scholars of religion who are approaching the study of NRMs for the first time as well as those interested in deepening their understanding of NRMs.

By: Joseph Laycock (Texas State University USA)
Imprint: Routledge
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 198mm, Width: 129mm,
Weight: 140g
ISBN: 9781032102085
ISBN 10: 103210208X
Series: The Basics
Pages: 146
Publication Date: 24 June 2022
Audience: General/trade , College/higher education , ELT Advanced , Primary
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Joseph P. Laycock is Associate Professor of Religious Studies at Texas State University, USA.