Chinese Religions (Paperback)

J Ching

Series: Themes in Comparative Religion

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This is a comprehensive work on the religions of China. As such, it includes an introduction giving an overview of the subject, and the special themes treated in the book, as well as detailed chapters on ancient religions, Confucianism, Taoism, Buddhism, Chinese Islam, Christianity in China as well as popular religion. Throughout the book, care is taken to present both the philosophical teachings as well as the religious practices of the religious traditions, and reflections are offered regarding their present situation and future prospects. Comparisons are offered with other religions, especially Christianity.

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Imprint:	Palgrave Macmillan
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Series:	Themes in Comparative Religion
Release date:	August 1993
First published:	1993
Authors:	J Ching
Dimensions:	216 x 140 x 17mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	275
ISBN-13:	978-0-333-53174-7
Categories:	Books > Humanities > Religion & beliefs > General > General Books > Humanities > Religion & beliefs > Aspects of religions (non-Christian) > Religious experience > General Books > Humanities > Religion & beliefs > Non-Christian religions > Religions of Indic & Oriental origin > Oriental religions > General Books > Religion & Spirituality > Aspects of religions (non-Christian) > Religious experience > General Books > Religion & Spirituality > Non-Christian religions > Religions of Indic & Oriental origin > Oriental religions > General Books > Religion & Spirituality > General > General Promotions
LSN:	0-333-53174-4
Barcode:	9780333531747