Submitted by Karen Webb on Fri, 24/10/2014 - 16:39
Research by digital anthropologist and PhD Candidate Beth Singler is looking at how new religious movements are harnessing online platforms. These ‘invented religions’ take inspiration from ancient philosophy and recent cultural events to develop doctrine and communities of believers in digital spaces.
For the full article please visit http://www.cam.ac.uk/research/features/return-of-the-new-gods-jedis-auras-and-online-witch-schools