The case for narrative

Abstract

This commentary highlights some of the key features of Belzen's book, notably his suggestions about the nature of the cultural psychology of religion, and the implications of this for methodology. Although there are a number of interesting and sometimes controversial views in the book, this commentary will focus particularly on Belzen's emphasis on the importance of the study of narrative.

Keywords:

• culture
• psychology of religion
• methodology
• qualitative
• narrative