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Advanced Introduction to Law and Religion

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Elgar Advanced Introductions are stimulating and thoughtful introductions to major fields in the social sciences, business and law, expertly written by the world's leading scholars. Designed to be accessible yet rigorous, they offer concise and lucid surveys of the substantive and policy issues associated with discrete subject areas.



This Advanced Introduction sets out the difficulty of defining religion itself and the subsequent impact this has on creating laws which regulate and protect it. Taking a global comparative approach, Frank S. Ravitch guides the reader in how this unique interaction plays out in differing legal systems including in the U.S., Europe, and Asia. Providing further context by contrasting specific case studies, the book provides a rounded and coherent exploration of the complexities of law in relation to religion.



Key Features:

  • Addresses the many issues surrounding religious exceptions to general laws

  • Considers the extent of separation between government and religion, and the role of courts in deciding religious questions

  • Looks at the ways in which law may govern discrimination by government or by private entities, based on religion or religious concerns

  • Explores the multifaceted interactions between religion and law in many areas, including human rights; public schooling; health and property; tax exemptions; and clergy abuse


  • This foundational book offers a platform for researchers and students in the fields of law, political science, ethics, and religious studies. It also provides valuable insight for lawyers, judges and legislators with a focus on law and religion.

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    About This Edition

    ISBN: 9781789904048
    Publication date: 28th April 2023
    Author: Frank S Ravitch
    Publisher: Edward Elgar Publishing
    Format: Hardback
    Pagination: 172 pages
    Series: Elgar Advanced Introductions Series
    Genres: Law and society, sociology of law
    Religion and politics
    Religion: general