Interpreting the Sacred Ways of Viewing Religion

Name: Interpreting the Sacred Ways of Viewing Religion
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ISBN: 9780807077054

ISBN-10: 0807077054

ISBN-13: 9780807077054

Edition: 2nd 2003

Authors: William Paden

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William Padens classic exploration in religious studies, with a new introduction In the current climate, Interpreting the Sacred provides a fresh, thorough way to consider and compare various religious belief systems. Paden puts forth the idea that our understanding of religion influences our understanding of ourselves and our world. Updated with a new introduction, this book is for anyone who wants to consider and discuss religious beliefs. "To appreciate the fascinating, forbidding landscape of current religious theory, one needs a clear map annotated by an observant guide. Interpreting the Sacred qualifies on both counts." -Christian Century William Paden is professor and chair of the…

Book details

List price: $20.00
Edition: 2nd
Copyright year: 2003
Publisher: Beacon Press
Publication date: 4/15/2003
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 172
Size: 5.50" wide x 8.50" long x 0.75" tall
Weight: 0.484
Language: English



Preface



Interpretive Frames



The Challenge: Critical Interpretations of Religion



As Society, So Religion



As the Psyche, So the Gods



Comparative Perspective in the Study of Religion



Religious Interpretations of Religion: Views from the Inside



The Contextuality of Interpretation



Plurality: Issues and Implications


Notes


Index