Religion in America - Softcover

Hemeyer, Julia Corbett

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0130209929 ISBN 13: 9780130209924

Publisher: Pearson, 1999

Synopsis

For undergraduate courses in Religion in America.

Concise, yet thorough, this text introduces the vast variety of religious groups and activities―both ecclesiastical and popular―that make up the American religious picture today. It presents the academic study of religion within the context of the humanities, discussing religion in a spirit of mutual exploration and learning, rather than in terms of what is “right” and “wrong.” Coverage emphasizes the current state of today's religions, paying particular attention to the religious diversity found in the United States.

About this title

From the Back Cover:

"Religion in America" gives students and teachers a comprehensive yet concise introduction to the changing religious landscape of the United States. Extensively revised and updated, the "Sixth Edition" continues to engage students in reflection about religious diversity. The author presents the study of religion within the context of the humanities as a tool for developing understanding and appreciation of communities of faith other than ones own, and for understanding the dynamics at work in religion in the United States today.

About the Author:

Dr. Julia Corbett Hemeyer is Professor of Religious Studies, Emerita, at Ball State University. Since her retirement from classroom teaching in 2004, she is a part time hospital chaplain, and interfaith minister in private practice as a spiritual mentor, meditation teacher, author, and guest speaker. For more information, please visit her website: http://www.ManyPathsInterfaithMinistries.net

About this edition

• Publisher: Pearson
• Publication date: 1999
• ISBN 10: 0130209929
• ISBN 13: 9780130209924
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 4
• Number of pages: 344