P. Funke, M. Haake (eds.), Greek Federal States and Their Sanctuaries: Identity and Integration. Proceedings of an International Conference of the Cluster of Excellence “Religion and Politics” held in Münster, 17.06.–19.06.2010, Franz Steiner Verlag, Stut (original) (raw)

This multilingual collection of articles, edited by Peter Funke and Matthias Haake, presents case studies highlighting the relationship between ancient Greek sanctuaries and the formation of political identities across various federal states. The contributions investigate how sanctuaries, as sites of worship and cultural significance, influenced communal affiliations beyond individual city-states, emphasizing the intertwining of religion and politics in historical settings. The book underscores the emerging scholarly interest in this area and the need for further exploration of the religious dimensions within Greek federalism.