Theodicy of disprivilege

Theodicy of Disprivilege refers to belief in the promise that salvation may be granted as a reward for earthly poverty and hardship. It may be one of many reasons that explain the large numbers of lower-income people who join religious sects [1] or partake in mainstream religious practice, e.g attend church, temple or mosque.

This idea was promoted mainly by Max Weber, but is common amongst many sociologists who try to explain the growth of sect membership.

Theodicy Of Disprivilege Media

References

  1. SpringerLink - Abstract. Handbook of Religion and Social Institutions (2006). Retrieved 15 June 2011.[dead link]