In which we discuss the imperialist history of "religion," and ask why it's so major that some religions get minoritized.
Keywords: imperialism;minoritization; structural/epistemic violence
Storytime: JZ Smith, "Religion Is Not a Native Category"
Homework: Tomoko Masuzawa's Invention of World Religions, plus Ilyse and Megan have both written shorter pieces on this topic. Check out the show notes for more info!
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