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Resilient gods : being pro-religious, low religious, or no religious in Canada / Reginald W. Bibby.

Bibby, Reginald W. (Reginald Wayne), 1943- (author.).

Summary:

"Are Canadians becoming less religious? After playing a central role in our lives for nearly a century, religion seemed to be losing its salience in Canada. But there is more to the story. Resilient Gods takes an in-depth look at the religious landscape today. The picture that emerges is not one of religious decline but rather of polarization, with the numbers of "pro-" "no," and "low" religious in flux. Using the most current information available, Bibby explores the implications of religious choices for personal and social well-being, spirituality, and attitudes towards death. The questions he asks are compelling and the answers thought-provoking whether one embraces the gods or not."-- Provided by publisher.

Record details

ISBN: 9780774890052 (hardcover)
ISBN: 9780774890069 (pbk.) :
Physical Description: x, 268 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm.
Publisher: Vancouver ; UBC Press, [2017]
Copyright: ©2017

Content descriptions

Bibliography, etc. Note:	Includes bibliographical references (pages 236-248) and index.
Formatted Contents Note:	The early days of God's dominion -- Declining religious participation among boomers -- Pro-religion, low religion, and no religion -- The polarized mosaic -- Religious inclinations and personal well-being -- Religious inclinations and social well-being -- Religion versus spirituality -- Dealing with death -- The resilience of religion.