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World Religions

Eastern Traditions

edited by Roy C. Amore, Amir Hussain & Willard G. Oxtoby

Publisher
Oxford University Press
Initial publish date
Oct 2018
Category
General
  • Paperback / softback

    ISBN
    9780190875435
    Publish Date
    Oct 2018
    List Price
    $170.99

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Now in its fifth edition, this engaging, contributed survey of Eastern religions - namely Hinduism, Sikhism, Jainism, Buddhism, and Chinese, Korean, and Japanese religions - explores each tradition in depth from its origins, through its development, to the religion's meaning and practice in contemporary society.

About the authors

Roy C. Amore, a member of the Department of Religious Studies of the University of Windsor, holds the Ph.D. degree from Columbia University. He has contributed to Death and Eastern Thought, Religious Systems and Psychotherapy, and the Abingdon Dictionary of Living Religion. His book Two Masters, One Message compares the lives and teachings of Buddha and Christ.

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Editorial Reviews

"World Religions: Eastern Traditions is far better than other textbooks because it is accessible, but detailed, and the various images and boxes with selections of primary sources encourage students to learn." --Melanie Coughlin, Carleton University

"This text is one of the best I have used to teach religions throughout Asia. The comprehensive discussion on religions is positioned alongside current issues, helping students understand religions in the broader context of real-world events." --Jamie Sanchez, Biola University

"Accessibly covering an impressive breadth of traditions, this book offers a unique option for instructors and students of religion. It provides insightful ways for understanding the beliefs, practices, cultural influences, and historical significance of globally diverse and traditionally 'Eastern' religions." --Ashley M. Purpura, Purdue University

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