ABSTRACT
Introduction Drawing together examples of empirical research and theoretical discussion found in the wide-ranging religions and development literature, the task of this chapter is explore the various methodologies1 scholars employ in the study of religions and development. The focus here is on the ways that scholars have approached the study of religions and development, with an eye toward identifying competing perspectives on the best way for research to proceed. The chapter also explores various ‘types’ of methods used in the study of religions and development, with a focus on specic techniques that religions and development researchers employ. Through detailed discussion of examples found in the religions and development literature, the chapter intends to leave readers with a clearer understanding of the multiple ways to research the links between religions and development.
