Introducing Japanese Religions

Name: Introducing Japanese Religions
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ISBN: 9780415774260

ISBN-10: 0415774268

ISBN-13: 9780415774260

Edition: 2008

Authors: Robert Ellwood

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Introducing Japanese Religion is the ideal resource for students who are beginning their studies of the religious traditions of Japan. It offers students a living picture of traditional and contemporary Japanese culture, and a rich understanding of the history and practice of religions in Japan. Robert Ellwood explores the religious heritage of this fascinating country, from the dawn of spirituality to the present day. He gives special attention to the traditions of Shinto, the different forms of Buddhism in Japan, including Shingon and Tendai, and Confucianism. He also explores Japanese New Religious Movements, including Aum Shrinrikyo. Each religion is clearly described in terms of its…

Book details

List price: $51.95
Copyright year: 2008
Publisher: Routledge
Publication date: 12/19/2007
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 288
Size: 7.00" wide x 9.50" long x 0.75" tall
Weight: 1.144
Language: English




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