Anthology of Living Religions, An
Anthology of Living Religions, An
- ISBN 13:
9780132060592
- ISBN 10:
0132060590
- Edition: 2nd
- Format: Paperback
- Copyright: 01/01/2008
- Publisher: Prentice Hall
- Newer Edition
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Summary
This anthology provides each of the major world religions with an opportunity to explain itself in its own terms, creating a sensitive and accurate picture of its teachings and beliefs. It allows readers to gain an "inside" understanding of origins, founders, and practicesand presents the religions as living faiths.Selected extracts relate religion to such current issues as gender, environment, and politics. Chapters explore indigenous sacred ways, Hinduism, Jainism, Buddhism, Taoism, Confucianism, Judaism, Christianity, and more.For individuals desiring to learn more about the major world religions, and their impact around the world today.