The religion toolkit
a complete guide to religious studies
- ISBN: 9781405182461
- Editorial: Wiley-Blackwell
- Fecha de la edición: 2011
- Lugar de la edición: Chichester. Reino Unido
- Encuadernación: Rústica
- Medidas: 25 cm
- Nº Pág.: 376
- Idiomas: Inglés
This complete overview of religious studies provides students with the essential knowledge and tools they need to explore and understand the nature of religion. * Covers the early development of religion, with overviews of major and minor religions from Islam to Scientology* Considers recent developments including secularization; the relationship between religion and science; and scientific studies on religion, health, and mystical experience* Uses humor throughout, allowing students to remain open-minded to the subject* Explains what it means to study religion academically, and considers the impact of the study of religion on religion itself* Contains numerous student-friendly features including photos, maps, time lines, side bars, historical profiles, and population distribution figures*
