Dr. Philip Gorski

Biography

Philip S. Gorski is a comparative-historical sociologist with a strong interest in theory and methods, particularly focusing on topics such as state formation, nationalism, revolution, economic development, and secularization, with particular attention to the interaction between religion and politics. His empirical work delves into the philosophy and methodology of social sciences, examining the nature and role of rationality in social life. Gorski has published multiple significant works, including 'Disciplinary Revolution: Calvinism and the Rise of the State in Early Modern Europe' (2003) and 'American Covenant: A History of Civil Religion from the Puritans to the Present' (2017). He co-runs the Religion and Politics Colloquium at Yale's MacMillan Center, contributing to discussions that bridge sociology, religion, and political thought. His research interests also encompass comparative historical sociology, culture and knowledge, and political sociology, contributing to the broader understanding of how religious movements influence societal dynamics.

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