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April 15, 2026Journal of Religious History0 citations

Social History, Religious History, and the Case for Theology

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COChristopher OckerGraduate Theological Union

Key Points

  • The central aim is to argue for the integration of theology within the realm of social history of religions.
  • Contribution to a forum, discussing the role of theology
  • Analyzing the relationship between theology and social history
  • Evaluating the journal's original intention to study religious social contexts
  • Theology can complement social history rather than contradict it
  • Specific terms for theology's involvement are proposed
  • Enhances the journal's mission to explore religious dynamics in society

Abstract

This forum contribution voices its appreciation for the journal's original inspiration as a platform for the social history of religions. It suggests that theology, rather than standing opposite to JBR's project, should be a part of it, under specific terms and conditions.

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Christopher Ocker (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69df2b49e4eeef8a2a6b02f4https://doi.org/10.1111/1467-9809.70074
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