Routledge Handbook of Religion and Sport

The Routledge Handbook of Sport and Religion is a comprehensive survey of the intersection of two of the great socio-cultural forms – sport and religion – that have shaped the modern world. Reflecting on the ways in which the relationship between sport and religion has developed over time, and how it plays out in different geographical and cultural contexts, the book also illuminates the ways in which faith is used as a means to negotiate and challenge the values and practices of modern day sport. Drawing on multi-disciplinary perspectives, from religious studies, history and sociology to art, philosophy, coaching and media, the book examines sport in the context of the global religious traditions, and considers how religion and faith intersect with important contemporary issues in sport, such as racism, athlete wellbeing, and sport fandom. Covering this important topic in unparalleled breadth and depth, the Routledge Handbook of Sport and Religion is an essential reference for anybody interested in the place and significance of sport or religion in contemporary global society.