Synopsis
Assuming no prior knowledge, "The Major Religions" is a useful introduction for students who are approaching the subject for the first time. The second edition is also supported by a website featuring additional resources for lecturers and students.
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Revue de presse
"If you need a text for an introductory course in the world religions, your search will be over after you examine Professor Burke′s The Major Religions. What recommends it? Its fresh, lucid and unpretentious style, its direct approach to the essentials of each major tradition, its clear awareness of the abilities and resources of the undergraduate mind. The text is an ideal combination of analysis, illustration, classical texts (with commentary), discussion questions, suggestions for tests and additional reading. Professor Burke and his editors have produced what comes close to the ideal college textbook. Its exciting arrangement will have students eager to turn to their religion assignment." James E Biechler, Emeritus Professor of Religions, La Salle University, Philadelphia
"Professor Burke′s approach is one which I think would be appealing in those contexts (particularly one semester courses) for which it is designed. The inclusion of sources in the book, if designed for one–semester use, is an excellent idea, and furthermore, I think that Professor Burke′s selection of sources is remarkably apt. Pedagogically, I think that the book is well done: it will be accessible and interesting to students, and it has plenty of examples." Professor Dewey D. Wallace Jr., George Washington University.
Quatrième de couverture
This new introduction to the world′s major religions provides a comprehensive survey of the major traditions together with selected primary readings. Assuming no prior knowledge of the subject, The Major Religions will be the ideal introduction for students on shorter courses at college and university.
The beginning student in world religions can feel overwhelmed by the quantity of material to be mastered, and so this text focuses on the essentials of each tradition. Professor Burke focuses on the worldview of each religion, on the beliefs and values that make religions meaningful to their followers, rather than on historical development. Historical material has been included, but only where it serves to illuminate the worldview of the religion.
Each chapter also features a selection of primary texts from both scriptures and other religious writings to illustrate each tradition. To help the student a number of study aids have also been included: each chapter includes discussion questions and test questions, summaries and suggestions for further reading. The book also includes a comprehensive glossary and index.
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