The conservative tradition in sociological thought

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Since its origins, sociology has shaped—and been shaped by—multiple political traditions, including liberalism, radicalism, progressivism, and conservatism. This lecture examines the conservative tradition in sociology, a tradition central to yet insufficiently recognised within the discipline’s formation. It explores four recurrent themes within sociology’s conservative tradition: legitimate hierarchy and authority; appeals to nature and God as frameworks for reflecting on social order; the foundational significance of family and community, often against modern forms of individualism; and a commitment to traditionalism, frequently expressed through respect for religion and skepticism toward narratives of progress. Although contemporary sociologists rarely identify as…

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