Beyond Sacred Violence

For many Westerners, the term sacrifice is associated with ancient, often primitive ritual practices. It suggests the death of an animal victim, usually with the aim of atoning for human guilt. This work helps us in understanding religious sacrifice and reminds us that the field of religious studies is largely framed by Christianity.

Auteur

Kathryn McClymond is an associate professor of religious studies at Georgia State University.

Texte du rabat

Engagingly argued and written, Beyond Sacred Violence significantly extends our understanding of religious sacrifice and serves as a timely reminder that the field of religious studies is largely framed by Christianity.