Postmodern TOR

Question 1

Heelas

Answer 1

Pick N mix spirituality

Individuals use religion to create part of identity

Self spirituality, “the great I am becomes the great I”
Unlocks inner potential
Detraditionalisation, put belief where individuals want

Question 2

Rejection of science as a grand narrative

Answer 2

Modernity = focused on rationalism

NRM’s/NAM’s, remystification of society

But NRM’s/NAM’s use ict to spread religious message

Question 3

Giddens

Answer 3

Detraditionalisation

No loner have to believe in main religious tradition of country

Due to globalisation, influx of different beliefs

Question 4

Evaluation

Answer 4

NRM/NAM’s = niche, not yet replaced mainstream religion

Bound by CAGE

People’s religious affiliation determined by family and CAGE