Dance As Religious Studies

Dance As Religious Studies by Douglas G. Adams, published by Wipf and Stock Publishers on April 5, 2001, is an illustrated volume comprising 238 pages. This book reveals resources for the art of liturgical dance, exploring both performance and scholarly interpretation. It presents a collection of methodological essays that highlight the diverse approaches to understanding dance within the context of religious studies, particularly focusing on its connections to scriptural traditions in Judaism and Christianity.

Readers will find that the book is organized into three parts, each addressing different aspects of liturgical dance. The first part examines the relationship between dance and scriptural traditions, while the second part explores feminist perspectives on both liturgical and modern dance. The final section discusses contemporary theories and practices related to liturgical dance. Additionally, the book concludes with a bibliographic survey that provides valuable resources for both liturgical dancers and students interested in the intersection of dance and religious studies.