
Peter Berger and the Study of Religion


In 1979, the late sociologist Peter Berger published a book titled, The Heretical Imperative. As the subtitle explained, it was a book about “the contemporary possibilities of religious affirmation.” According to Berger, any form of religious affirmation in modern societies necessarily arises out of a context of pervasive religious pluralism. In... See more
L. M. Sacasas • The Hermeneutical Imperative - The Convivial Society
By better understanding religion’s resounding impact on both individual and shared experience over time, we can enhance the lives of millions by addressing the gaps forming as a result of religion’s relative retreat in certain ecosystems.