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Books > Humanities > Religion & beliefs > Non-Christian religions > Religions of Indic & Oriental origin > Sikhism
Paths to the Divine: An Introduction to World Religions expertly
combines original writing and engaging primary source texts to
familiarize students with the basic tenets of a variety of world
religions. Beyond presenting foundational knowledge on religious
traditions, the volume demonstrates how belief systems can shape
both an individual's and a society's culture, worldviews, and sense
of belonging. The book features distinct emphasis on the religious
traditions of Asia, presenting readers with information on beliefs
and practices that may be unfamiliar or new to them, expanding
their understanding and appreciation of others' traditions. The
book begins by introducing students to the basics of religion,
including key concepts and features of religion, representations of
the divine, and the connection between nature and religion in early
traditions. Additional chapters provide students with valuable
insight and enlightening readings on Jainism, Buddhism, Sikhism,
Chinese religion, Shinto, Zoroastrianism, Judaism, Christianity,
and Islam. Throughout, key terms, contextual introductions,
discussion questions, and suggestions for further reading are
provided. Written to expand students' knowledge and understanding
of global traditions, Paths of the Divine is an ideal text for
introductory courses in humanities, theology, and world religions.
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