An Unabridged; Unaltered Edition of "The Gospel of Buddha Compiled from Ancient Records;" To Include Over Fifty Original Illustrations; Comprehensive Index; A Table of Reference (indicating the main sources of various chapters and points out the parallelisms with Western thought; especially in the Christian Gospels) followed by their abbreviations; Glossary of Names and Terms; Pronunciation Table; with Remarks from the Illustrator At Book's End.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. A Wealth of InformationBy KMBThis is a mammoth accomplishment from Frank Smith pastor of the Atlanta RP Fellowship. With hundreds of entries from over a hundred contributors this encyclopedia explores the complex relationship between the church and state spanning from the colonial period to present day.The encyclopedia begins with a fine introduction by Smith on the philosophical and religious context of the fledgling United States. The author; who is well equipped to defend; asserts that the Christian principles formed the basis of our nation's common law. Nevertheless; through developing philosophical trends on both sides of the Atlantic (e.g. Hegel; Emerson; Darwin; etc) there has come a great war between religion and politics in our culture. With well developed reasons Smith gives an account for why we are where we are.The rest of the two volumes is an encyclopedia. One might be tempted to think in our internet age of Wikipedia such a work; while representing the best of scholarship; is somewhat unnecessary. But this reviewer would like to put such temptations aside. These volumes contain a wealth of information and documentation on a great diversity of subjects relating to the state and church. Perhaps one of the most useful features is the trustworthy guide at the end of each entry directing readers to further study. In doing this; the authors have helped to draw lines of contour and connection to people; places; and events that may appear; at first glance; unrelated. But it a reminder of the sophisticated web that connects the movement of history.Unfortunately; the cost of these two volumes will prove to be a burden to many and hinder a wide and popular readership. But for those with the means and will; this encyclopedia will prove to be a great reference.
