Postmodernist Theories

Question 1

What is lyotards theory of religion ?

Answer 1

• Monopoly of truth - religion holds a meta narrative

Question 2

What are Hervieu-Leger theories of religion ?

Answer 2

• Religions inability to change lead to its demise

• Spiritual shopping - people will go in and out of religions to find one that matches their personal belief system

• Cultural Amnesia - Parents are letting children choose their belief system / not passing down religion

Question 3

What is Lyon theory of religion ?

Answer 3

• Religion is no longer embedded in religious organisations / Jesus in Disneyland

Question 4

What are the Helland theories of religion ?

Answer 4

• Religion online / Online religion / Cuber religion / practice beliefs