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Religion, Media, and Social Change
In an era of heightened globalization, macro-level transformations in the general socioeconomic and cultural makeup of modern societies have been studied in great depth.Yet little attention has been paid to the growing influence of media and mass-mediated popular culture on contemporary religious sensibilities, life, and practice.Religion, Media, and Social Change explores the correlation between the study of religion, media, and popular culture and broader sociological theorizing on religious change.Contributions devote serious attention to broadly-defined media including technologies, institutions, and social and cultural environments, as well as mass-mediated popular culture such as film, music, television, and computer games.This interdisciplinary collection addresses important theoretical and methodological questions by connecting the study of media and popular culture to current perspectives, approaches, and discussions in the broader sociological study of religion.
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Religion in the Media Age
Looking at the everyday interaction of religion and media in our cultural lives, Hoover’s book is a fascinating assessment of the state of modern religion.Thoroughly revised throughout this second edition now looks at the digital age, “new media” and significant role of social media on religion today.While the sheer volume and variety of information travelling through global media changes modes of religious thought and commitment, the human desire for spirituality also invigorates popular culture itself, recreating commodities – film blockbusters, world sport, politics and popular music – as contexts for religious meanings. Drawing on research into household media consumption, Hoover charts the way in which media and religion have continued to intermingle and collide in the cultural experience of media audiences.This second edition of Religion in the Media Age is essential reading for everyone interested in how today mass media relates to contemporary religious and spiritual life.
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Religion in the Media Age
Looking at the everyday interaction of religion and media in our cultural lives, Hoover’s book is a fascinating assessment of the state of modern religion.Thoroughly revised throughout this second edition now looks at the digital age, “new media” and significant role of social media on religion today.While the sheer volume and variety of information travelling through global media changes modes of religious thought and commitment, the human desire for spirituality also invigorates popular culture itself, recreating commodities – film blockbusters, world sport, politics and popular music – as contexts for religious meanings. Drawing on research into household media consumption, Hoover charts the way in which media and religion have continued to intermingle and collide in the cultural experience of media audiences.This second edition of Religion in the Media Age is essential reading for everyone interested in how today mass media relates to contemporary religious and spiritual life.
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Journalism and Digital Labor : Experiences of Online News Production
This book investigates journalists’ work practices, professional ideologies, and the power relations that impact their work, arguing that reporters’ lives and livelihoods are shaped by digital technologies and new modes of capital accumulation. Tai Neilson weaves together ethnographic approaches and critical theories of digital labor.Journalists’ experiences are at the heart of the book, which is based on interviews with news workers from Aotearoa New Zealand and the United States.The book also adopts a critical approach to the political economy of news across global and local contexts, digital start-ups, legacy media, nonprofits, and public service organizations.Each chapter features key debates illustrated by journalists’ personal narratives. This book will be of great interest to researchers and students of journalism, media and communication, cultural studies, and the sociology of work.
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In which video games does religion appear?
Religion appears in various video games, often as a part of the game's world-building and storytelling. Some examples include the "Assassin's Creed" series, which features the conflict between the Templars and the Assassins, both of which have religious undertones. "Bioshock Infinite" explores themes of religious extremism and American exceptionalism. "The Elder Scrolls" series includes various deities and religious factions, and players can even join religious guilds. These games use religion to add depth to their narratives and create complex, immersive worlds for players to explore.
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What distinguishes a religion from a substitute religion?
A religion is typically characterized by a belief in a higher power or powers, a set of sacred texts or teachings, and a system of rituals and practices. It often provides a framework for understanding the meaning and purpose of life, as well as guidelines for moral behavior. A substitute religion, on the other hand, may lack some or all of these elements, but still fulfills a similar role in providing meaning, community, and a sense of purpose for its followers. Substitute religions may include belief systems, ideologies, or even activities such as sports or political movements that fulfill some of the same functions as traditional religions.
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Is substitute religion the same as religion replacement?
No, substitute religion and religion replacement are not the same. Substitute religion refers to alternative belief systems or practices that individuals adopt in addition to their traditional religion, while religion replacement involves completely abandoning one's original religion in favor of a new belief system. Substitute religion allows individuals to incorporate elements of different faiths into their lives, whereas religion replacement involves a complete shift in religious identity.
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What is the difference between religion and substitute religion?
Religion refers to a formal system of beliefs, practices, and rituals centered around a higher power or spiritual force, often involving organized institutions and communities. Substitute religion, on the other hand, refers to non-traditional belief systems or practices that serve as a replacement for traditional religion. Substitute religions may include alternative spiritual practices, self-help movements, or other forms of belief and community that fulfill similar roles to traditional religion for their followers. While religion is often associated with established traditions and institutions, substitute religion may be more individualistic and diverse in its manifestations.
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Mobile-First Journalism : Producing News for Social and Interactive Media
Media publishers produce news for a full range of smart devices – including smartphones, tablets and watches.Combining theory and practice, Mobile-First Journalism examines how audiences view, share and engage with journalism on internet-connected devices and through social media platforms. The book examines the interlinked relationship between mobile technology, social media and apps, covering the entire news production process – from generating ideas for visual multimedia news content, to skills in verification and newsgathering, and outputting interactive content on websites, apps and social media platforms.These skills are underpinned with a consideration of ethical and legal concerns involving fake news, online trolling and the economics of mobile journalism.Topics include: understanding how mobile devices, social media platforms and apps are interlinked; making journalistic content more engaging and interactive; advice on how successful news publishers have developed mobile and social media strategies; adopting an approach that is entrepreneurial and user-centered; expert interviews with journalists, academics and software developers; learning key skills to launch and develop news websites, apps and social media outputs.Mobile-First Journalism is essential reading for journalism students and media professionals and of interest to those studying on courses in social and new media.
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Challenging the News : The Journalism of Alternative and Community Media
Community media journalists are, in essence, 'filling in the gaps' left by mainstream news outlets.Forde's extensive 10 year study now develops an understanding of the journalistic practices at work in independent and community news organisations.Alternative media has never been so widely written about until now.
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As Terrorism Evolves : Media, Religion, and Governance
Some of the world's most lethal terrorist organizations have become media-centric enterprises, while also hijacking a major world religion, holding large swathes of physical territory, and governing their own virtual states. In this concise and penetrating book, Seib traces how terrorism has proliferated and increased significantly in menace in the relatively brief period between the rise of al-Qaeda and the creation of Islamic State.With close attention to the linkages between media, religion, and violence, the book offers incisive analysis of how organizations such as Islamic State, al-Qaeda, and Boko Haram operate and reflects on how terrorism may continue to evolve.Seib argues that twenty-first-century terrorism is enabled by new media and depends on social networks as connective tissue, while interacting simultaneously with religion and socio-economic and political grievances.As Terrorism Evolves prescribes new measures for counterterrorism efforts, underscores the importance of soft power, and makes a strong case for recognizing that we have entered an era of terrorism of undetermined duration.
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Digital Religion : Understanding Religious Practice in Digital Media
This book offers a critical and systematic survey of the study of religion and digital media.It covers religious engagement with a wide range of digital media forms and highlights examples of new media engagement in all five of the major world religions.From mobile apps and video games to virtual reality and social media, the book:• provides a detailed review of major topics including ritual, identity, community, authority, and embodiment;• includes a series of engaging case studies to illustrate and elucidate the thematic explorations;• considers the theoretical, ethical, and theological issues raised.This unique volume draws together the work of experts from key disciplinary perspectives and is the go-to volume for students and scholars wanting to develop a deeper understanding of the subject area.Thoroughly updated throughout with new case studies and in-depth analysis of recent scholarship and developments, this new edition provides a comprehensive overview of this fast-paced, constantly developing, and fascinating field.
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Is Buddhism a religion or a critique of religion?
Buddhism can be seen as both a religion and a critique of religion. It is considered a religion because it involves beliefs, practices, and rituals centered around the teachings of Siddhartha Gautama, also known as the Buddha. However, Buddhism also critiques traditional religious concepts such as the existence of a creator god and the idea of a permanent self. It emphasizes personal spiritual development, mindfulness, and the pursuit of enlightenment through self-awareness and compassion, which can be seen as a critique of certain aspects of organized religion.
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'Parents or religion?'
Both parents and religion play important roles in shaping a person's beliefs, values, and behaviors. Parents are often the first influencers in a child's life, providing guidance, support, and discipline. Religion, on the other hand, can offer a sense of community, moral framework, and spiritual guidance. Ultimately, the impact of parents versus religion may vary depending on the individual and their personal experiences.
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Is religion bad?
It is not accurate to categorize religion as inherently bad or good, as it is a complex and multifaceted aspect of human culture. Religion can provide individuals with a sense of community, purpose, and moral guidance. However, it has also been used to justify violence, discrimination, and oppression throughout history. Ultimately, the impact of religion depends on how it is practiced and interpreted by individuals and institutions.
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Who invented religion?
It is difficult to pinpoint a single individual who invented religion as it has evolved over thousands of years across different cultures and societies. The origins of religion can be traced back to ancient civilizations such as the Sumerians, Egyptians, and Indus Valley peoples. These early societies developed complex belief systems and rituals to explain the mysteries of the natural world and provide meaning to human existence. Religion has since continued to evolve and adapt to the changing needs and beliefs of different communities throughout history.
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