In awardwinning professor luke timothy johnsons course, consider fundamental issues including christianitys birth and expansion across the mediterranean world, the development of its core doctrine, its. This richly illustrated book shows the world s most important religions with detailed annotation of sacred texts, paintings, epic imagery, symbolism, iconography, key beliefs, architecture and artifacts. Includes traditional african religions, asian shamanism, native american religions, austronesian and australian aboriginal traditions, chinese folk religions, and postwar shinto. The worlds great religions 1957, hardback for sale. Indigenous ethnic religions, found on every continent, now marginalized by the major organized faiths in many parts of the world or persisting as undercurrents folk religions of major religions. The world s religions, originally titled the religions of man, is a book written by religious studies scholar huston smith.
This book provides important specificity enabling one to better see the differences as well as the similarities in the great religions of the world. Our great wisdom traditions was originally published in 1958. This book deals with religion as a living element in todays. Data from the world almanac and book of facts, 2004, page 612. Buy the world s great religions by life chicago online at alibris. The worlds religions by huston smith, paperback barnes. Page 159 no philosophy before, no polity, no religion, was ever so weighted and conditioned. Hinduism, buddhism, islam, judaism, and christianity.
Goodreads helps you keep track of books you want to read. Great religions of the modern world princeton university press. World religions gives insights into the world s main religions and offers a deeper appreciation for the belief you have chosen as your own. It will make a great reference book for me as i continue my quest to better understand christianity, its roots and how it correlates to other religions it seems to be at war with much of the time. The best thing about the book is the timeline that it provides at the beginning. The first edition of the novel was published in 1958, and was written by huston smith. As i said before this book tells about the different religions over the world, as i read i saw that smith not only talked about the meaning of the religions, but he also talked about some cases huston smith was the one that wrote this book. World religions looks at the beliefs and practices of many different religions, from the ancient egyptians through to zoroastrianismthe oldest living religionand the great faiths practiced today. Like many concepts in the book world, series is a somewhat fluid and contested notion. Great religions of the world by national geographic society. In the national geographic book great religions of the world we are introduced to these five great faiths.
This might be very good for reading but i found it a little hard to keep up with for listening. For the 1996 thomas patrick burke book published by blackwell, see the major religions. The world s religions, by beloved author and pioneering professor huston smith tales of wonder, is the definitive classic for introducing the essential elements and teachings of the world s predominant faiths, including hinduism, buddhism, confucianism, taoism, judaism, christianity, islam, as well as regional native traditions. The book was published in multiple languages including english language, consists of 399 pages and is available in paperback format. How mankind worships the spirit of hinduism the path of buddhism the philosophy of china the world of islam the law of judaism the faith of christianity the life of christ. Some are bad, some are so so, other good and some are just great. A voyage of discovery 4th edition by by jeffrey brodd this download pdf world religions 2015. How familiar are you with the worlds secondlargest and fastestgrowing religion.
Great religions of the world hardcover january 1, 1978 by national geographic author 4. Excellent book discussing the origins and philosophies of the major world religions with one chapter devoted to each religion. Between one faith and another meet your next favorite book. Amongst its outstanding attributes is 1 its intensely visual and easily accessible introduction. Catholicism, protestantism, hinduism, buddhism, islam easton press by george brantle, j. The book was first published in 1958 and has been translated into twelve languages. What are the top ten religions and what is the holy book. The ebook 2nd edition view this book chinese religions. Instead, this book explores the principal religions which are active today.
Smith digs underneath the rituals, theology, and cold historical facts to capture why some of these major religious traditions, such as hinduism, buddhism, and christianity, are so deeply and meaningfully profound to billions and billions of people. Discover the history behind the religions that have shaped humanity. Now with some 160 pages of additional text and 190 pages in full color, the book is published for a permanent record for the general public seeking to show these religions as their followers know and practise them. Religions of the west by the editorial staff of life. In 1955, he turned his popular college lectures into a series of programs on world religions for the national educational television network. Smith extracts from the world s great religions hinduism, buddhism, taoism, confucianism, islam, judaism, and christianity that which is ideal. Featuring a unique, consistent, and modular chapter structureteachings, history, and way of lifeand numerous pedagogical features, invitation to world religions invites students to explore the worlds great religions with respect and a sense.
Selecting holy texts and reference books from the world s great religions for public meditation rooms, public libraries, a personal religious library, etc. The worlds religions pdf summary huston smith 12min blog. The books superb reproduction allows the symbolism and meaning in religious imagery and iconography to be revealed in great detail. Anglicanism also include the 15 books of the apocrypha between the old testament and the new testament, for a total of 81 books. In hinduism a person is on their own trying to gain release from karma. Hinduism, buddhism, judaism, islam, and christianity. Smith attempts to show each religion at its best and is more concerned with the founding principals of the religions than any mistakes their believers may have made. How mankind worships the spirit of hinduism the path of buddhism the philosophy of china the world of islam the law of judaism the faith of christianity the life of christ christ risen palestine, the country of god the onward march of christain faith the bible, most. The 12 most popular world religions and sects in images.
The worlds great religions by life chicago alibris. The series on the world s great religions appeared in six parts in life in 1955. Edward e rice a comparative explanation of the world s five great religions. The book s superb reproduction allows the symbolism and meaning in religious imagery and iconography to be revealed in great detail. Christianity provide you with a clear survey of the most important elements of a vital religious tradition that has become the worlds largest faith. Since a lot of the worlds problems are caused in part by the wrong interpretation of the basic message of these religions. In 1996, he was the focus of a fivepart pbs series entitled the wisdom of faith with huston smith. Great religions of the modern world princeton university. A voyage of discovery 4th edition book is not really ordinary book, you have it then the world is in your hands. Originally titled the religions of man, this completely revised and updated edition of smith.
Religious movement with major international spread. Its such a respected book that its often used as a university textbook in world religion classes. A selection of books from the worlds great religions. This revised and updated edition provides sympathetic. Irving hexhams introductory world religions text explores various. Most of the world religions place an individual on their own, striving for spiritual perfection. The only beef i have is that the book does not include zoroastrianism. Hinduism, buddhism, confucianism, taoism, islam, judaism, christianity, and the native traditions of the americas, australia, africa, and oceania. The book was published in multiple languages including english, consists of 399 pages and is available in paperback format. The introduction, how mankind worships, pages 712, was penned by paul hutchinson. One of the best, most cohesive books on the worlds great religions.
The worlds religions, revised and updated huston smith. But this book does more than present the history and spirit of the major religions as you. What are the top ten religions and what is the holy book for. This book was intended to be a brief survey without an indepth analysis. In the whole history of the human mind, no philosophy ever came bound up with a complete scheme of social organization, and also with a complete scheme of religious. The title of this book is world religions and it was written by john bowker. The book was published in multiple languages including english, consists of 399 pages and is. The worlds religions by huston smith is considered a classic in the genre by many. Each of the major faithschristianity, judaism, hinduism, buddhism, jainism, sikhism, and islamis examined in detail through its. Here is the answer to the desire of many thoughtful laymen for an intelligent appraisal of the great contemporary faiths. He intentionally does not delve into the minutiae of religious history or the many ways in which religion has been used as a vehicle for evil. Hinduism, buddhism, confucianism, taoism, islam, judaism, and christianity.
Each of the major faithschristianity, judaism, hinduism, buddhism, jainism, sikhism, and islamis examined in detail through its sacred. This is a good book, but not the best introduction to world religion. View this book buddhism, the ebook 4th edition view this book hinduism, the ebook 2nd edition view this book introducing world religions. This book is in the form of a socratic dialogue regarding the major world religions. An invitation into the teachings, histories, and ways of life of the worlds religions, encouraging respect and a sense of wonder. For most of protestantism, this includes the 66 book canon the jewish tanakh of 24 books divided differently into 39 books and the universal 27 book new testament. The main characters of this religion, non fiction story are. Over the course of hinduisms 5,000year journey, youll explore the pantheon of hindu gods and goddesses. Professor smith was best known for the religions of man 1958, which has. Buddhism 376 million followers tripitaka pali canon 5. This one is just so so, which is a pity as it is a subject that needs to be addressed. Great religions of the world by herbert allen giles.
Religious texts are texts related to a religious tradition. Nonetheless, the worlds religions, as a masterpiece, is not the judge nor the jury. A good rule of thumb is that series have a conventional name and are intentional creations, on the part of the author or publisher. This sacred text is divided into two main sections, the old testament and the new testament which are then further divided into various books. Author huston smith states emphatically that the book is not one of comparative religions. Start by marking great religions of the world as want to read. A great overview while no book can claim to cover all the concepts of hinduism, which are themselves at variance with each other at times, this series of lectures does a very good job. The worlds great religions by life magazine editors with. The worlds great religions by life hardback 1957 hardcover january 1, 1957 by anonymous author.
Huston smiths the worlds religions is one of the most significant books ive ever read. Positivism only has sought to blend into coherent unity the three great forces of human life. Hinduism provides you with an engaging window into the roots of a faith that is perhaps the most diverse of all, and which rejects the notion that there is one path to the divine. Jun 06, 2018 the worlds religions pdf summary at first glance, one may assume that this book, is merely focusing on the comparison between all major monotheistic religions. The book examines the worlds major faiths as well as those of. Deesse et chimere below from the book of revelation portrays a mystic. The worlds great religions by life hardback 1957 hardcover january 1, 1957 by anonymous author 5. In these 12 lectures, professor esposito guides you through the facts and myths surrounding islam and its more than 1.
This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Derived from the encyclopedia britannica book of the year, 2003. World religions ebooks published by jbe online books. The relative authority of religious texts develops over time and is derived from the ratification.
They differ from literary texts by being a compilation or discussion of beliefs, mythologies, ritual practices, commandments or laws, ethical conduct, spiritual aspirations, and for creating or fostering a religious community. This is not a reference book, but a group of essays for the general reader on the idea, the spiritual core, of the chief religions of the modern day. The holy books of world religions sacred texts in world. What are the three great religions of the world answers. Great religions of the world by herbert allen giles english. Over 5,000 years, india has been home to a rich tapestry of peoples and cultures. Some academics studying the subject have divided religions into three broad categories. With a new preface and fresh package, this completely revised and updated version of the religions of man explores the essential elements and teachings of the worlds predominant faiths, including hinduism, buddhism, confucianism, taoism, islam, judaism, christianity, and the native traditions of the americas, australia, africa, and oceania. The world s major religions hinduism, new age spirituality, buddhism, islam, christianity are also quite unique in their requirements. This theory began in the 18th century with the goal of recognizing the relative levels of civility in societies which in many modern cultures would be considered offensive. A book that goes beyond mere description to engage real, and often controversial, issues.
The religions of man book by huston smith thriftbooks. List of religions and spiritual traditions wikipedia. This book does not present a history of mans religious evolution. Home browse books book details, great religions of the world great religions of the world by oskar mann, a. This big religion chart is our attempt to summarize the major religions and belief systems of the world buddhism, christianity, hinduism, islam, judaism, and dozens more into a quickreference comparison chart.
It is as objective a look as possible at the major religions of the world today for the purpose of enlightening people of different cultures and beliefs about each other. The world s great religions special edition for young readers by the editorial staff of life. The chart below compares selected religion characteristics such as prophets, adherents, founders, origination date, deity names, afterlife, path to redemption, place of worship, holy book name, and main sects. Worlds great religions by sam welles editor of life author 5. The worlds principal religions and spiritual traditions may be classified into a small number of. The first edition of this novel was published in 1958, and was written by huston smith. The worlds great religions 1957, hardback for sale online. Descriptions of the five major religions of the world with ac. Richard cavendish compares and contrasts the tenets of hinduism, buddhism, judaism, christianity, and islam, explaining their history, establishment, leaders, struggles, and their forms and guises in the modern world. Jason boyett is the author of several books about faith, history, and culture, including pocket guide to the apocalypse, pocket guide to the afterlife, and lust. Gard, john alden williams editors and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Accessible and farreaching, world religions will engage the whole family as much as the serious student.