Sacred and political power
Sacred and political power

Author(s): Sebastian Fitzek
Subject(s): Religion and science , Political behavior, Theory of Communication
Published by: Editura Pro Universitaria
Keywords: Sacred; political power; Psychosocial approaches; collective imaginary;
Summary/Abstract: This book explores the relationship between the sacred and political power across diverse cultures and historical periods. Through a comparative and interdisciplinary approach, it examines how sacred beliefs, institutions, and symbolic systems contribute to the legitimation, reproduction, and moral foundation of political authority. Drawing on examples from ancient India and China, medieval Japan, and pre-Columbian societies, the volume investigates the ways in which religious and political spheres interact to shape social organization and systems of governance. By bringing together perspectives from political science, history, religious studies, and cultural analysis, the book offers a comprehensive examination of the enduring connections between religion, legitimacy, and political power.

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