EAN: 9783030029968

SPRINGERBRIEFS IN RELIGIOUS STUDIES SPIRITUAL...

This book explores the deeper meaning of sports. Drawing on contemporary research  the author
makes a strong case for why we should see sport not only in terms of religion but--more
importantly-as a possible location for spiritual meaning. Taking this a step farther  she
considers how gene editing  robotics  and other biomedical technological enhancements affect
not only sports performances but experiences of sport as sacred. In addition  the author
explores what difference it might make to the enhancement debate if sports' spirituality is
taken seriously. The author is not afraid to explore the issue in all its complexity. Yet  the
argument she presents is both meaningful and accessible. This investigation applies insights
from Christian theology  applied ethics  psychology  and sports studies. From lightweight
tennis racquets to anabolic steroids  athletes have long used technology and science to improve
their performances. But  until now  no one has asked how biomedical technological enhancements
might affect the undervalued spiritual dimension of sport. This book presents rich insights
into the connection between sports  spirituality  and human enhancement technologies. It will
appeal to researchers  athletes and sports followers  and undergraduate and graduate students
in ethics  sport  religion or theology.

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