World religions : Western traditions
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World religions : Western traditions
Oxford University Press, 2011
3rd ed
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Includes bibliographical references and index
Contents of Works
- About religion / Roy C. Amore and Amir Hussain
- Religions of the ancient world / Michael Desrochers
- Jewish traditions / Alan F. Segal
- Christian traditions / Willard G. Oxtoby and Roy C. Amore
- Muslim traditions / Amir Hussain
- Indigenous traditions / Ken Derry
- New religions and movements / Roy C. Amore
- Current issues / Amir Hussain and Roy C. Amore
Description and Table of Contents
Description
This contributed volume examines in detail the major Western religious traditions, namely Judaism, Zoroastrianism, Christianity, Islam, and religions of the ancient world. The text traces each tradition in depth from its origins, through its development, to the religion's meaning and practice in today's society. Comprehensive and accessible, the new third edition offers a thorough and engaging introduction to the Western faiths.
Table of Contents
- Preface
- Acknowledgements
- 1. About Religion
- 2. Religions of the Ancient World (NEW)
- 3. Jewish Traditions
- 4. Christian Traditions
- 5. Muslim Traditions
- 6. Indigenous Traditions (NEW)
- 7. New Religions and Movements (NEW)
- 8. Current Issues
- Credits
- Index
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