Asian Religions by Nadeau, Randall L.

Asian Religions (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781118471975)

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Asian Religions by Nadeau, Randall L.

Asian Religions

$111.95
Asian Religions by Nadeau, Randall L.

Asian Religions

$111.95
Format: Hardcover
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ASIAN RELIGIONS

"A unique introduction to Asian religions, combining the scholarly rigor of an established historian of Asian religions with the willingness to engage empathetically with the traditions and to suggest that readers do the same."
Joseph A. Adler, Kenyon College

"Randall L. Nadeau has accomplished what only a few have tried, but which has been much needed in the study of religions. He has written a genuinely novel approach to the religions of Asia... This is a work that should find its way into Asian humanities, history, religion, and civilization courses."
Ronnie Littlejohn, Belmont University

This all-embracing introduction to Asian religious practices and beliefs takes a unique approach; not only does it provide a complete overview of the basic tenets of the major Asian religions, but it also demonstrates how Asian spiritualities are lived and practiced, exploring the meaning and significance they hold for believers.

In a series of engaging and lively chapters, the book explores the beliefs and practices of Confucianism, Taoism, Hinduism, Buddhism, and Japanese religions, including Shintō. Using a comparative approach, it highlights the contrasts between Asian and Western modes of thinking and living, and debates the influence of religion on real-world issues including work, economic growth, the environment, human rights, and gender relations.

Nadeau, a leading figure in this field, takes an empathetic approach to Asian religious and cultural traditions, and considers Asian spiritualities to be viable systems of belief for today's global citizens. Integrating exercises, activities, and an appealing mixture of examples, such as novels and biographies, this refreshing book leads readers to an enhanced understanding of the ideas and practice of Asian religions, and of their continuing relevance today.

Author: Randall L. Nadeau
ISBN-10: 1118471970
ISBN-13: 9781118471975
Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell
Language: English
Published: 01/28/2014
Pages: 278
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.05lbs
Size: 9.10h x 6.20w x 0.70d

By Randall L. Nadeau
By Randall L. Nadeau
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Randall L. Nadeau is Professor of Religion and Department Chair at Trinity University. He has served on the board of the Society for the Study of Chinese Religion, and as chair of the Chinese Religions Group of the American Academy of Religion. He is the editor of The Blackwell Companion to Chinese Religions (2012), and author of Confucianism and Taoism, a volume in the 6 volume reference work Introduction to The World's Major Religions (2009).

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