The digitalization of religion: Participation and belonging in a networked world
Digitalization is changing society, including religion and the study of religion. This is the focus of the Cluster of Excellence’s annual theme for 2023/24. Whether digital prayers, online confessionals, or fatwas on the internet – traditional religious communities are trying out new forms of religion on the web and social media, in apps and AI. In the study of religion, digital methods are opening up new insights into historical sources, religious writings and material culture. The Digital Humanities (DH) explore, edit and analyze these. The annual theme presents interdisciplinary research from the Cluster of Excellence in workshop reports and webquests, lectures, and film and discussion evenings, as well as bringing researchers into dialogue with religious groups and the general public. More