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Voting for Jesus

Christianity and Politics in Australia: Quarterly Essay 22
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Voting for Jesus by Amanda Lohrey explores the intersection of faith and politics as it delves into why Australians are turning to religion at unprecedented rates. Through insightful analysis and personal stories, the book examines the appeal of religious belief in modern society and how it influences political behaviour, highlighting the complex relationship between spirituality and civic life.
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This book may appeal to you if you're intrigued by the intersection of spirituality and politics, particularly how personal faith can influence political choices and societal perspectives. Amanda Lohrey delves into the motivations behind why people intertwine their religious beliefs with their voting patterns, offering a compelling exploration of modern spirituality's role in shaping democracy.

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Explores the world of evangelical Christianity. It also looks at the use and abuse of religion in party politics. Analysing the success of Family First, Lohrey argues that Christians have far less influence than they would like, John Howard uses them when it's convenient and discards them when it's not.

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In QE22, Amanda Lohrey looks at the Christian revival in Australia and its effect on our politics and public life. Voting for Jesus explores the world of evangelical Christianity. Lohrey talks to the ground troops—what do they believe and why?

She discusses Hillsong, the politics of abortion, the example of Billy Graham, and much more. Voting for Jesus also looks at the use and abuse of religion in party politics. Analysing the success of Family First, Lohrey argues that Christians have far less influence than they would like—John Howard uses them when it's convenient and discards them when it's not.

She discusses George Pell, Peter Jensen, and the challenge by the religious right to the secular state. This is an essay that combines political analysis and personal stories in scintillating fashion. Written by one of Australia's leading essayists, it is sure to stir up debate and command widespread interest.

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Voting for Jesus by Amanda Lohrey explores the intriguing intersection of religion and politics in contemporary Australia, examining the influence of faith in shaping electoral choices. Reviews often highlight Lohrey's insightful analysis and engaging writing style, presenting a compelling look at how religious beliefs impact the democratic process. Readers appreciate the book's capacity to provoke thought and encourage reflection on the role faith plays in public life.

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ISBN: 9781863952309

Publisher: Black Inc.

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 06 June 2006

Country: Australia

Imprint: Quarterly Essay

Edition: 22nd edition

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 9.0mm

Width: 168.0mm

Height: 236.0mm

Weight: 194g

Pages: 128

About the Author

Amanda Lohrey is the author of The Philosopher's Doll and the award-winning Camille's Bread. She has published many essays on Australian political life, including the acclaimed Quarterly Essay 8, Groundswell- The Rise of the Greens, as well as two political novels, The Morality of Gentlemen and The Reading Group.

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