A concise introduction to world religions

by Amore, Roy C. Hussain, Amir Oxtoby, Willard Gurdon Segal, Alan F.

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Full title :A concise introduction to world religions / edited by Willard G. Oxtoby, Roy C. Amore, Amir Hussain, Alan F. Segal.

Summary

"Now in its third successful edition, 'A concise introduction to world religions' is a comprehensive introduction to major faith traditions around the globe. Building on the strong foundations provided by the two-volume set 'World religions: Eastern traditions; and 'World religions: Western traditions', this contributed volume offers students an engaging, insightful overview of each tradition's history, practices, and place within the contemporary society. Highlights: A new introductory chapter gives students an up-to-date overview of the study of religion around the globe; Three new contributions offer fresh chapters on Indigenous, Jewish, and Christian traditions; Increased coverage of women's roles and contributions brings to light often overlooked aspects of religious life; Fully revised sections on contemporary issues help students understand the challenges that religious traditions face in the modern world; Online ancillaries -- including an instructor's manual, a test generator, and PowerPoint slides for instructors and a study guide for students -- offer additional support to enhance the teaching and learning experiences." -- rear cover.

Edition Statements

Publication Date:©2015
Edition:Third edition

Publication Statements

Publisher(s):Oxford University Press
Place of Publication:Don Mills, Ontario
Language:eng
Publication Date:©2015

The Physical Object

Description:xviii, 638 pages : : color illustrations, color maps ; : 26 cm

Edition Identifiers

ISBN:9780199008551, 0199008558
oclc:ocn895341329
LC Classification:BL80.3
Dewey Decimal:200

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