Theology and Religion Why It Matters

'Graham Ward makes a bold and original case for studying theology and religion together. In a breathtaking journey across space and time, he explores why religion has captured the dreams, hopes, and aspirations of billions of people the world over, and why theological and religious literacy is vital for living wisely today.'
Jolyon Mitchell, University of Edinburgh
 
'Readers will be grateful for the compelling examples, the accessible prose, and the generous tone of this book by a distinguished scholar.'
Thomas Tweed, author of Crossing and Dwelling: A Theory of Religion
 
"An engaging personal reflection on Theology and Religious Studies, how they have come together, and what they can tell us about who we are."
Professor Linda Woodhead MBE, Lancaster University