Social History, Religious History, and the Case for Theology

Key Points

• The central aim is to argue for the integration of theology within the realm of social history of religions.
• Contribution to a forum, discussing the role of theology
• Analyzing the relationship between theology and social history
• Evaluating the journal's original intention to study religious social contexts
• Theology can complement social history rather than contradict it
• Specific terms for theology's involvement are proposed
• Enhances the journal's mission to explore religious dynamics in society

Abstract