Social History, Religious History, and the Case for Theology

This forum contribution voices its appreciation for the journal's original inspiration as a platform for the social history of religions. It suggests that theology, rather than standing opposite to JBR's project, should be a part of it, under specific terms and conditions.

Authors

Christopher Ocker (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1736-835X)

Institutions

Graduate Theological Union (US)

Publication Details

Journal: Journal of Religious History
Published: 2026-04-12
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1111/1467-9809.70074
Primary Topic: Study and Philosophy of Religion
Type: article
Field-Weighted Citation Impact: 0.00

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Social History, Religious History, and the Case for Theology

Christopher Ocker

Apr 12, 2026

Journal of Religious History

Study and Philosophy of Religion

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Social History, Religious History, and the Case for Theology

Christopher Ocker

April 12, 2026article en

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Journal of Religious History

Graduate Theological Union (US)

Openalex Percentile: Top 3%

Study and Philosophy of Religion

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