Asian Religions - A Cultural Perspective (Paperback)

This lively introduction offers a complete overview of the main Asian religions, their traditions and contemporary relevance, and how they are lived and practiced today. * Provides readers with an all-embracing introduction to Asian religions, covering each of the main traditions in a style that is lively and distinctive * Focuses on Asian religions as lived and practiced by real people, leading readers to a deeper understanding of Asian spiritualities and traditions, and their contemporary relevance * Uses exercises, activities, and an appealing mixture of examples, such as novels, throughout the book, to both inform and engage readers * Employs a comparative approach, highlighting the contrasts between Asian and Western modes of thinking and living * Debates the influence of religion on real-world issues including work, economic growth, the environment, human rights, and gender relations * Written by an acclaimed scholar in this field, who is able to draw on his remarkable knowledge across all relevant religious traditions

General

Imprint:	John Wiley & Sons
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	2014
First published:	2014
Authors:	RL Nadeau
Dimensions:	240 x 144 x 15mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	278
ISBN-13:	978-1-118-47196-8
Categories:	Books > Humanities > Religion & beliefs > General > Comparative religion Books > Religion & Spirituality > General > Comparative religion Promotions
LSN:	1-118-47196-2
Barcode:	9781118471968

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