| Scripture in the World Religions: A Short Introduction Contributor(s): Coward, Harold (Author) |
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ISBN: 1851682449 ISBN-13: 9781851682447 Publisher: ONEWorld OUR PRICE: $31.35 Product Type: Paperback Published: May 2012 Annotation: A unique and engaging way of studying world religions...Ưa¨ lucid and sensitive presentation of the power of the word, spoken and written. --Paul Knitter |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Religion | Comparative Religion |
| Dewey: 208.2 |
| Physical Information: 0.75" H x 5.82" W x 8.88" (0.73 lbs) 240 pages |
| Themes: - Theometrics - Secular |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: From the Torah to the Qur'an, the New Testament to the Theravada canon, this concise introduction to scripture in the world religions offers a thorough evaluation of the sacred word and its role in religious tradition. IN a systematic and accessible analysis of six major faiths, the author carefully explores the scriptures -written and spoken - of each, examining their interpretation, their role in devotion and education, and their relationship with each other, Key areas covered include: what makes a sacred text - what the different religions call "scripture"; the lives of the ancient scribes and the rituals governing their work; revelation, reception and transmission of the holy word; materials and methods: from papyrus and palm leaves to printing; language, mantra and sacred sound. Combining an authoritative a survey with a unique perspective on the transforming power of the spoken word, this text should be of interest to students, academics and anyone interested in the wore religions. |