A systems theory of religion

Religion as a form of meaning

Coding

The function of religion

The contingency formula "God"

The differentiation of religious communication

Religious organizations

The evolution of religion

Secularization

Self-description.

Cover; Series Page; Contents; Editor's Note; 1. Religion as a Form of Meaning; 2. Coding; 3. The Function of Religion; 4. The Contingency Formula "God"; 5. The Differentiation of Religious Communication; 6. Religious Organizations; 7. The Evolution of Religion; 8. Secularization; 9. Self-Description; Notes; Index.