The Worlds Religions The Study Of Religion Traditional And New Religion
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| Author | : Peter Clarke |
| Publisher | : Routledge |
| Total Pages | : 1010 |
| Release | : 2004-01-14 |
| Genre | : Reference |
| ISBN | : 1136851852 |
* Gives an account of the history, the theological basis, the practice and the current state of the study of religion and religions throughout the world * Combines a clear and non-technical style of presentation with a structure and range of contributions which reflect the richness and complexity of religion itself, of the religions of the world and the study of religions * Comprehensive index, bibliographies and suggestions for further reading `Intriguing philosophical questions are raised about the nature of religion and the qualities needed for studying it.' - Times Higher Education Supplement `Excellent book ... remarkably successful, impressive as much for the sheer scale of the undertaking as for its consistent standard of analysis. It is a fine achievement which will serve both as a very suitable textbook for students and a reliable guide to the state of scholarship in the History and Study of Religions.' - Heythrop Journal
| Author | : Irving Hexham |
| Publisher | : Zondervan Academic |
| Total Pages | : 513 |
| Release | : 2011-03-22 |
| Genre | : Religion |
| ISBN | : 0310314488 |
Globalization and high-speed communication put twenty-first century people in contact with adherents to a wide variety of world religions, but usually, valuable knowledge of these other traditions is limited at best. On the one hand, religious stereotypes abound, hampering a serious exploration of unfamiliar philosophies and practices. On the other hand, the popular idea that all religions lead to the same God or the same moral life fails to account for the distinctive origins and radically different teachings found across the world’s many religions. Understanding World Religions presents religion as a complex and intriguing matrix of history, philosophy, culture, beliefs, and practices. Hexham believes that a certain degree of objectivity and critique is inherent in the study of religion, and he guides readers in responsible ways of carrying this out. Of particular importance is Hexham’s decision to explore African religions, which have frequently been absent from major religion texts. He surveys these in addition to varieties of Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.
| Author | : Kenneth Shouler |
| Publisher | : Simon and Schuster |
| Total Pages | : 304 |
| Release | : 2010-03-18 |
| Genre | : Religion |
| ISBN | : 1440500363 |
An easy-to-use and comprehensive guide that explores the intriguing dogma and rituals, cultural convictions, and often-checkered backgrounds and histories of the world's religions.
| Author | : Peter Clarke |
| Publisher | : Routledge |
| Total Pages | : 379 |
| Release | : 2002-11-01 |
| Genre | : History |
| ISBN | : 1134922213 |
Examines the `primitive' (traditional) non -mainstream religion and also 20th century sects such as the Moonies and Scientology. Looks at the `nature' of religion - the general philosophical issues. Written by international specialists.
| Author | : Peter Clarke |
| Publisher | : Routledge |
| Total Pages | : 221 |
| Release | : 2002-11 |
| Genre | : History |
| ISBN | : 1134922221 |
Examines the `primitive' (traditional) non -mainstream religion and also 20th century sects such as the Moonies and Scientology. Looks at the `nature' of religion - the general philosophical issues. Written by international specialists.
| Author | : Peter Bernard Clarke |
| Publisher | : Psychology Press |
| Total Pages | : 416 |
| Release | : 2006 |
| Genre | : Cults |
| ISBN | : 9780415257480 |
This volume provides a complete guide to the global impact and cultural significance of new religious movements.
| Author | : Dr Afe Adogame |
| Publisher | : Ashgate Publishing, Ltd. |
| Total Pages | : 288 |
| Release | : 2013-06-28 |
| Genre | : Religion |
| ISBN | : 1409481786 |
The historiography of African religions and religions in Africa presents a remarkable shift from the study of 'Africa as Object' to 'Africa as Subject', thus translating the subject from obscurity into the global community of the academic study of religion. This book presents a unique multidisciplinary exploration of African traditions in the study of religion in Africa and the new African diaspora. The book is structured under three main sections - Emerging trends in the teaching of African Religions; Indigenous Thought and Spirituality; and Christianity, Hinduism and Islam. Contributors drawn from diverse African and global contexts situate current scholarly traditions of the study of African religions within the purview of academic encounter and exchanges with non-African scholars and non-African contexts. African scholars enrich the study of religions from their respective academic and methodological orientations. Jacob Kehinde Olupona stands out as a pioneer in the socio-scientific interpretation of African indigenous religion and religions in Africa. This book is to his honour and marks his immense contribution to an emerging field of study and research.
| Author | : Joel Beversluis |
| Publisher | : New World Library |
| Total Pages | : 458 |
| Release | : 2011-02-08 |
| Genre | : Religion |
| ISBN | : 1577313321 |
Now in its third edition, this is the most comprehensive work available on the rich variety of paths available to today's spiritual seekers. More than an academic reference, it explores how religions can collaborate to help the world. Essays exploring the realm of building an interfaith community add to the book's detailed portraits of the major religious traditions. The Sourcebook also contains essays on spiritual practices as diverse as theosophy, wicca, and indigenous religions. This revised edition of the Sourcebook offers an unparalleled look at where spirituality is headed in the coming millennium.
| Author | : Linda Woodhead |
| Publisher | : Psychology Press |
| Total Pages | : 416 |
| Release | : 2002 |
| Genre | : Language Arts & Disciplines |
| ISBN | : 9780415217835 |
This comprehensive guide offers an unrivalled introduction to recent work in the study of religion, from the religious traditions of Asia and the West, to new forms of religion and spirituality such as New Age. With an historical introduction to each religion and detailed analysis of its place in the modern world, Religions in the Modern World is ideal for newcomers to the study of religion. It incorporates case-studies and anecdotes, text extracts, chapter menus and end-of-chapter summaries, glossaries and annotated further reading sections. Topics covered include: * religion, colonialism and postcolonialism * religious nationalism * women and religion * religion and globalization * religion and authority * the rise of new spiritualities.
| Author | : David S. Noss |
| Publisher | : Routledge |
| Total Pages | : 1341 |
| Release | : 2016-09-17 |
| Genre | : Religion |
| ISBN | : 131550751X |
A History of the World's Religions bridges the interval between the founding of religions and their present state, and gives students an accurate look at the religions of the world by including descriptive and interpretive details from the original source materials. Refined by over forty years of dialogue and correspondence with religious experts and practitioners around the world, A History of the World's Religions is widely regarded as the hallmark of scholarship, fairness, and accuracy in its field. It is also the most thorough yet manageable history of world religion available in a single volume, treating many subjects largely neglected in other texts.
