Divided by Faith: Evangelical Religion and the Problem of Race in America, Second Edition
by Christian Smith, Michael O. Emerson
Divided by Faith explores the complex interplay between evangelical religion and racial divisions in America. Christian Smith and Michael O. Emerson examine how faith communities address—or perpetuate—societal inequities. This second edition updates the analysis of religion's role in the enduring problem of race, drawing on sociological insights to reveal key challenges and implications for American society.
About This Book
Divided by Faith delves into the relationship between evangelical religion and the persistent problem of race in America. Authors Christian Smith and Michael O. Emerson analyze how religious beliefs and practices influence racial attitudes and social structures.
The book highlights the ways in which evangelical communities navigate issues of race, often revealing unintended consequences of their theological commitments on broader societal divisions.
In this second edition, the authors provide updated insights into ongoing challenges, maintaining a focus on the core dynamics between faith and racial inequality in American society.
Through sociological research, the work offers a critical perspective on how religion shapes and is shaped by racial experiences across the nation.
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