Religion & Other Curiosities
Why Not Polyamory?
Peter L. Berger
In a society that is both pluralist and democratic different beliefs and values will have to co-exist. Does this mean that polyamorous arrangements should be sanctioned by the state?
Published: Aug 26, 2015
Religion & Other Curiosities
Desecularization
Peter L. Berger
A look at India, Israel, Algeria, Russia and China shows just how secularization and desecularization have worked in tandem through the years.
Published: May 13, 2015
Religion & Other Curiosities
Ominous Interruptions
Peter L. Berger
The sacred is both fascinating and terrifying: Humans are both drawn to it and impelled to flee from it.
Published: Apr 29, 2015
Religion & Other Curiosities
What should I say about the Middle East?
Peter L. Berger
I feel that I should say something about the Middle East. After all, this blog is supposed to be mostly about religion. Here an entire region is exploding with rage in the name of religion, and what have I been writing about? About eco-ideologues flirting with an ancient goddess, and about homosexuals wanting to be […]
Published: Oct 10, 2012