Comparative religion Books

The contributions of leading Kantian and Kierkegaardian scholars to this collection break down to the simplistic contrast in which Kant is seen as the advocate of a rational moral theology and Kierkegaard as the advocate of an irrationalist faith. This...

This is the first book to examine the Arab Shi'a, a community whose identity and problematic relationship with the rest of the Middle East cuts to the heart of the crisis of Arab politics and society. The Shi'a represent a majority of the population...

"Dialogue on the conflict between religious fundamentalism and women's rights is often stymied by an "all or nothing" approach: fundamentalists claim absolute religious freedom, while some feminists dismiss religion entirely as being so imbued with...

Acknowledgement - Introduction - PART 1: DIALOGUE: BACKGROUND AND BEGINNING - Challenge of Modernity - Churches Towards Dialogue - Muslims in Dialogue: Assessment and Priorities - PART 2: INDIVIDUALS - Introduction - Isma'il Raji al-Faruqi (1921-1986) -...

Studienarbeit aus dem Jahr 2013 im Fachbereich Theologie - Vergleichende Religionswissenschaft, Note: 14, Johann Wolfgang Goethe-Universität Frankfurt am Main, Sprache: Deutsch, Abstract: Betrachtet man heutzutage Internetseiten, die sich mit der...

Studienarbeit aus dem Jahr 2012 im Fachbereich Theologie - Vergleichende Religionswissenschaft, Note: 1,7, Ruprecht-Karls-Universität Heidelberg (Institut für Religionswissenschaft), Sprache: Deutsch, Abstract: Wenn man einige Bücher und Artikel zum...

Studienarbeit aus dem Jahr 2010 im Fachbereich Theologie - Vergleichende Religionswissenschaft, Note: 1,7, Ruhr-Universität Bochum (Centrum für Religionswissenschaftliche Studien), Veranstaltung: Neue Religionen in Japan, Sprache: Deutsch, Abstract:...

Studienarbeit aus dem Jahr 2008 im Fachbereich Theologie - Vergleichende Religionswissenschaft, Note: 1,7, Universität Bayreuth, Sprache: Deutsch, Abstract: In dieser Arbeit wird der Versuch angestellt, einige Koranverse bzw. Hadithe herauszufiltern, die...

This book is an original and rich meditation on Krishna, his facets and meaning within the Mahabharata, and his deeper spiritual meaning for contemporary readers of all religions or none. Reading carefully Queen Kunti’s hymn of praise in the...

In this groundbreaking work of comparative religion, Algis Uzdavinys takes us deeply into the "closed and blessed gardens of myth", showing us the capital importance of the many varieties of "ascent to heaven". From the Pyramid Texts down to Second...

This book is for you if you are a Christian who...has Muslim friends, neighbours or workmates....wants to understand how Muslims think about God....fi nds formulaic approaches to witnessing inadequate....feels under equipped to share your faith with...

This book helps Christians to understand the Buddhist mind-set and world view, and to see where there are useful points of comparison and contact. Steve explains the concerns, fears and stresses that Buddhists experience - Buddhism is not a way of...

This is a short interpretation of the ancient Taoist classic named after its author, Chuang Tzu. This ancient text, originating in China in the fourth century BC, stands as one of the world's profoundest manuals of spiritual transformation. In ten short...

In Six Ways Toward God, Apollinaris Darmawan, a Muslim-born convert into the Catholic faith, clarifies the differences between religions from a very unique point of view, based on core teachings, in the way that were initially delivered. Under the...

Charles Eastman was a doctor and writer who helped found the Boy Scouts. His life with an Indian mother taught him the culture of the American Indian. The Indian religion teaches thankfulness, unity and love for each other. In this book Eastman...

A Supreme Power and Wisdom governs the Universe. The Supreme Mind is measureless, and pervades endless space. The Supreme Wisdom, Power and Intelligence is in everything that exists from the atom to the planet. The Supreme Power and Wisdom is more than...

The spiritual life must obviously take psychology into account; if we want to do good and know truth, we will have to understand what in us supports this intent, and what stands in the way of it. But after Jungian Psychology, Humanistic Psychology,...

A comparative study of wonder in South Asian religions.

Spearheads a new field for the combined study of religion and music, drawing upon theories and methods of the social sciences, ethnomusicology, philosophy, theology, liturgical studies, and cognitive studies.

Table talk with Martin Luther is an intergenerational two week dialogue between the author and Martin Luther. The setting is at the author's lakeside home. Dr. Luther appears in the morning for informal discussions with the author, each giving their...

Zarathushtra And Zarathushtrianism: In The Avesta is a book edited by Rastamji Edulji Dastoor P. Sanjana in 1906. The book explores the teachings and beliefs of Zarathushtra and the religion of Zarathushtrianism as presented in the Avesta, the primary...

The Way of Power: A Series of Lectures is a book written by John Paul and published in 1918. The book is a collection of lectures that cover a wide range of topics related to power, including the nature of power, the sources of power, and the ways in...

The Science of Religions is a book written by Emile Burnouf in 1888. It is a comprehensive study of the various religious traditions of the world, including Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, Christianity, Islam, and more. Burnouf explores the origins,...

The Sacred Anthology, Oriental: A Book Of Ethnical Scriptures is a book written by Moncure Daniel Conway and published in 1877. The book is a compilation of various religious texts from different cultures and regions of the world, with a focus on the...

In diesem Buch behandelt Morris Jastrow die Religionen des alten Babylon und Assyriens. Er gibt einen Überblick der verschiedenen Glaubensrichtungen und zeigt deren Einfluss auf das Leben der Menschen in dieser Zeit.This work has been selected by...

This book explores the pagan idolatry by uncovering historical testimonies and circumstantial evidence. George Stanley Faber dives into the origins of idolatry and provides a fascinating analysis of the subject.This work has been selected by scholars as...

This book provides a critical examination of the Hindu philosophical systems and presents a rational refutation of their ideas. Originally written in Hindi and translated into English, this work offers a unique perspective on Eastern philosophy and...

A critical analysis of various heretical traditions and beliefs, as documented in the writings of the ancient Greek writer Lucianus. Written by esteemed scholar and philosopher Lucianus of Samosata, this book provides valuable insights into the religious...

In this Danish-language theological work, Clausen provides a comparative examination of the religious practices and beliefs of Catholicism and Protestantism. The book covers topics such as the nature of God, the role of the clergy, and the sacraments...

Faber's 'Dissertation on the Mysteries of the Cabiri' is a fascinating exploration of ancient religious practices and their connection to the mysteries of the Christian faith. Drawing on a wide range of ancient sources and contemporary scholarship, Faber...

A comparative study of Buddhist and Christian texts, examining the similarities and differences between their respective gospels.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as...

This scholarly volume provides a comprehensive study of the gods and religion of ancient Egypt. Written by the renowned German theologian Paul Ernst Jablonski, Pantheon Aegyptiorum offers detailed descriptions and analyses of the major deities worshipped...

Cet ouvrage magnifiquement illustré examine les cérémonies et les coutumes religieuses de différents peuples à travers le monde. Les illustrations, réalisées par Bernard Picart et d'autres graveurs de talent, offrent un aperçu fascinant de la diversité...

Originally published in the mid-nineteenth century, 'Answers to a Jewish Enquirer' was one of the first books to explore the issues surrounding the conversion of Jews to Christianity. Written by Théodore Ratisbonne, a former Jewish lawyer who had himself...

First published in the early 18th century, this landmark work is one of the most comprehensive and wide-ranging studies of religious customs and practices ever produced. The book includes detailed accounts of the religious traditions of various cultures,...

In this book, Robert Caldwell analyzes the relationship between Christianity and Hinduism, highlighting the similarities and differences in their beliefs and practices. He provides a thought-provoking analysis of the two religions and how they can...

Racism, imperialism, and religious conflict are perennial problems in modern society. In this thought-provoking book, James Shepard Dennis explores the social evils of the non-Christian world, highlighting the ways in which cultural and religious...

This book delves into the beliefs and practices surrounding the gods in ancient Greek and Roman cultures. With a focus on the works of philosopher Philodemon, this book provides readers with a fascinating glimpse into ancient religious thought.This work...

A Dissertation on the Mysteries of the Cabiri is a fascinating work of comparative mythology that seeks to uncover the hidden connections between the various mystery cults of the ancient world. Drawing on his extensive knowledge of the religious...

George Howells explores the relationships between the Bhagavad Gita and the New Testament, two of the most important spiritual works in world literature. This fascinating analysis highlights the similarities and differences in their fundamental...

Ce dictionnaire fournit une analyse complète des principales religions du monde, y compris le Judaïsme, le Christianisme et le Paganisme. Il offre des commentaires détaillés sur les rameaux et les sectes de chaque religion, ainsi que sur les ordres...

Comparative religious insights into the meaning of vocation in today's world The concept of "vocation" or "calling" is a distinctively Christian concern, grounded in the long-held belief that we find our meaning, purpose, and fulfillment in God. But...