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1. Introducing Tibetan Buddhism

   By Geoffrey Samuel

   Series: World Religions

   This lively introduction is the ideal starting point for students wishing to undertake a comprehensive study of Tibetan religion. It covers the development and influence of Tibetan Buddhism and the key schools and traditions, including Bon. Geoffrey Samuel helps students get to grips with a complex...

   Published April 12th 2012 by Routledge
2. Introducing Buddhism

   2nd Edition

   By Damien Keown, Charles S. Prebish

   Series: World Religions

   Introducing Buddhism is the ideal resource for all students beginning the study of this fascinating religious tradition. It explains the religion’s key teachings and traces its historical development and geographical spread of from its foundations up to present day. Charles S. Prebish and Damien...

   Published December 1st 2009 by Routledge
3. Introducing American Religion

   By Charles H. Lippy

   Series: World Religions

   Introducing American Religion provides a lively and concise overview of the historical development of religion in the USA. In four parts, Charles Lippy traces the history of American religion from Europe, Native American and African life, through to the age of independence, and on to the late...

   Published July 19th 2009 by Routledge
4. Introducing Chinese Religions

   By Mario Poceski

   Series: World Religions

   Introducing Chinese Religions is the ideal starting point for students exploring the fascinating religious traditions of China. This introduction covers the whole spectrum of Chinese religious history, from the multi-faceted religious heritage of pre-modern China, to the practice of different...

   Published June 18th 2009 by Routledge
5. Introducing Islam

   By William Shepard

   Series: World Religions

   What exactly is ‘Islam’ and what does it mean to be a ‘Muslim’ in the world today? Since the events of 9/11 and 7/7, Islam has become one of the most controversial and misunderstood religions in the world. Introducing Islam encourages students to put aside their preconceptions and explore this...

   Published May 31st 2009 by Routledge
6. Introducing Daoism

   By Livia Kohn

   Series: World Religions

   Daoism is one of the major religious traditions of the East, but in the past has not been as well known as Buddhism and Hinduism. With the increased interest in Eastern religions, and alternative spiritual traditions, interest in Daoism is increasing. Introducing Daoism is a lively and accessible...

   Published September 25th 2008 by Routledge
7. Introducing Judaism

   By Eliezer Segal

   Series: World Religions

   Introducing Judaism is the ideal starting point for students beginning their studies of this fascinating religion. Eliezer Segal takes a historical approach, focusing on religious aspects of Judaism, and introducing themes as they emerge from authentic Jewish documents. Students will gain an...

   Published August 7th 2008 by Routledge
8. Introducing Christianity

   By James R. Adair

   Series: World Religions

   What is Christianity? How did it begin? What do Christians believe? What are their customs and history? How has Christianity developed though the centuries, and how diverse is Christianity today? Introducing Christianity is an essential introduction to one of the world’s great religious traditions....

   Published December 18th 2007 by Routledge
9. Introducing Japanese Religion

   By Robert Ellwood

   Series: World Religions

   Introducing Japanese Religion is the ideal resource for students who are beginning their studies in the religious traditions of Japan. It offers a living picture of traditional and contemporary Japanese culture, and a rich understanding of the history and practice of religions in Japan. Robert...

   Published November 7th 2007 by Routledge
10. Introducing Hinduism

    By Hillary Rodrigues

    Series: World Religions

    Introducing Hinduism is the ideal starting point for students wishing to undertake a comprehensive study of this fascinating religion. This lively introduction explores the complexities of Hinduism, including its social structures, especially its caste system, its rituals and many scriptures, its...

    Published July 27th 2006 by Routledge