Pentecostalism

[He offers] a fascinating and important picture." Church Times "The textured approach to the varieties of cultures and different inculturations of Pentecostalism both enhances the quality of the study and the usefulness of the book." Jeffrey Gros, Secretariat for Ecumenical and Inter--religious Affairs of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops "This work of synthesis constitutes for years to come a privileged reference point, for whoever works on Pentecostalism or Secularization." Archives de Sciences Sociales "A scholar not only of profound learning but considerable originiality. Pentecostalism: The World Their Parish sustains his reputation as one of the best sociologists of religion in the world." Reviews of Religious Research "This book demonstrates...that having been so much of a pioneer in the study of religion and globalisation, Martin remains a major authority. It represents sophisticated and thought--provoking scholarship for all those concerned to map the changing dynamics of contemporary Christianity." Modern Believing "Pentecostalism: The World Their Parish is the newest effort on the subject of contemporary Pentecostalism by one of todaya s leading sociologists of religion, David Martin. This book, a work of sweeping reach and comprehensive synthesis aimed at examining Pentecostalism in a global context ..." Journal of Religion "A trail--blazing book, then, on a spiritual fire that has encircled the world within a century." William K. Kay, Reviews in Religion and Theology "The book offers insightful interpretations, clear conceptualizations, and a richness of empirical overview that is reminiscent of Max Webera s writing. It nicely synthesizes much of the recent literature on its theme. Perhaps most significantly, Martin demonstrates how religion, even and especially the apolitical religion of the culturally despised subaltern, is a regular feature of the global social landscape: not a remnant, not a faute de mieux, but a vital resource for getting along in this world. As such, it will be of interest to anyone who seeks a better understanding of the global society in which we all live." American Journal of Sociology "This book on Pentecostalism is a good complement to Martina s earlier exploration of contemporary evangelical growth, usefully pulling together many strands of recent research on Pentecostalism. As usual, Martin combines his sociological rigor with his attention to cultural and historical matters, giving us a broad picture of Pentecostalism within the framework of a wider sociological theory." The Journal of Religion "Well--written, informative, and full of stimulating thoughts, this book is a a musta not only for those involved in the study of Pentecostal--charismatic churches and searching for a more encompassing perspective, but for anyone contemplating the future of religion in the twenty--first century." Journal of Contemporary Religion "Martin surverys, sympathetically but critically, "the largest global shift in the religious market place over the last 40 years" and relates it in both sociological and historical terms to cultural change." Choice "His discussions on the economic empowerment of Pentecostalism and the repudiation of secularization alone make this book worth reading." Missiology