Abstract
Processual studies in anthropology can benefit from a consideration of Max Weber's theory of charisma. Two charismatic leaders in the sectarian and formerly communal Amana Society of Iowa have always been regarded by members as possessing different degrees of charisma. A statistical analysis of the inspired revelations of the two leaders reveals that the testimonies of one were highly patterned. The patterning is indicative of the “routinization of charisma” process described by Weber and is accounted for by the historical particulars of the case. Loss of creativity is identified as one factor in the routinization process. [processual analysis, change, communitarian societies, charismatic leadership]
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