The development of muscular Christianity in Victorian Britain and beyond

The relationship between sport and Christianity during the last one hundred and fifty years has been largely driven by the Victorian concept of Muscular Christianity. This article examines the historical and theological roots of the movement, and how this has contributed to the relationship between...

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Authors: Watson, Nick J. (Author) ; Weir, Stuart 1949- (Author) ; Friend, Stephen (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
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Published: Creighton University 2005
In: The journal of religion & society
Year: 2005, Volume: 7
Further subjects:B Charles
B Masculinity
B 1819-1875
B Socialism
B Young Men's Christian Association
B Christian
B Kingsley
B Great Britain; Church history; 1800-1899
B Body
B Human; Religious aspects; Christianity
B Sports; Religious aspects
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