Japanese Religions: Past and Present - Couverture rigide

Reader, Ian; Stefansson, Finn; Andreasen, Esben

Couverture rigide

ISBN 10 : 0824815459 ISBN 13 : 9780824815455

Editeur : University of Hawai'i Press, 1993

Synopsis

Japanese Religions, intended as an introductory guide to the religious traditions found in Japan today, together with their historical backgrounds, is also relevant to readers interested in comparative religions, politics, or international affairs. Topics include Shinto, Buddhism, new religions, Christianity, folk religions, and state religion.

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

This succinct and balanced overview of Japanese religions covers Japanese beliefs including Shinto, Buddhism, Christianity, Taoism and Confucianism. Written in an accessible and informative style, and assuming no prior knowledge on the part of the reader, this book gives a basic introduction to each faith's history, beliefs, and practices, emphasising modern developments and impacts of the world today.

Présentation de l'éditeur

Each of the eight chapters deals with a specific topic, such as Shinto, Buddhism, the new religions, and Christianity; there is an introduction that outlines the subject to be considered followed by a series of readings.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: University of Hawai'i Press
• Date d'édition: 1993
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 0824815459
• ISBN 13: 9780824815455
• Reliure: Relié
• Nombre de pages: 189
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible