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* Gives an account of the history, the theological basis, the practice and the current state of the study of religion and religions throughout the world
* Combines a clear and non-technical style of presentation with a structure and range of contributions which reflect the richness and complexity of religion itself, of the religions of the world and the study of religions
* Comprehensive index, bibliographies and suggestions for further reading
`Intriguing philosophical questions are raised about the nature of religion and the qualities needed for studying it.' - Times Higher Education Supplement
`Excellent book ... remarkably successful, impressive as much for the sheer scale of the undertaking as for its consistent standard of analysis. It is a fine achievement which will serve both as a very suitable textbook for students and a reliable guide to the state of scholarship in the History and Study of Religions.' - Heythrop Journal
* Combines a clear and non-technical style of presentation with a structure and range of contributions which reflect the richness and complexity of religion itself, of the religions of the world and the study of religions
* Comprehensive index, bibliographies and suggestions for further reading
`Intriguing philosophical questions are raised about the nature of religion and the qualities needed for studying it.' - Times Higher Education Supplement
`Excellent book ... remarkably successful, impressive as much for the sheer scale of the undertaking as for its consistent standard of analysis. It is a fine achievement which will serve both as a very suitable textbook for students and a reliable guide to the state of scholarship in the History and Study of Religions.' - Heythrop Journal
About the author
Editors: Professor Stewart Sutherland, Principal, King's College, London. Leslie Houlden, Professor of Theology, King's College, London. Peter Clarke, Department of the History and Philosophy of Religion, King’s College, London. Editor: Friedhelm Hardy, Department of the History and Philosophy of Religion, King's College, London.
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