This book combines study of the dynamic historical development of each religious tradition with a comparative thematic structure. In this way; the book helps readers to explore each of the major religions as a unique and integral system of meaning and life. At the same time; readers are encouraged to discover and explore the nature of religious experience by comparing basic themes and issues common to all religions. Covering the religions arising from India; China; and Japan; this book introduces the key dimensions of religious experience; outlining the basic human concerns that give rise to religious experience; such as origin and identity; ultimate reality; human nature; and the good life. For anyone interested in exploring the origins and development of the diverse religions of the world.
#4054728 in Books 2003-01-02Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 9.25 x .63 x 6.50l; #File Name: 0131114433384 pages
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