Exploring innovative approaches to understanding and tackling poverty, this book delves into the unique challenges faced in South Africa. It highlights alternative measurement methods and strategies that go beyond traditional metrics, aiming to provide a fresh perspective on one of the nation's most pressing issues.
Exploring the relevance of religion in contemporary society, this book delves into the tension between modernity and faith. It questions whether one can embrace modern values while maintaining a deep religious belief. Through various perspectives, it examines the role of religion in personal identity and community, challenging readers to reconsider the significance of spirituality in an increasingly secular world. The discussion invites a thoughtful reflection on the coexistence of modernity and tradition.
Exploring religion as a collective memory, this book delves into how institutional churches, educational systems, and mass media shape and respond to rapid social and economic changes in Europe. It highlights the growing diversity within Europe's religious landscape, offering insights into the evolving role of faith in contemporary society.