Religion: A Beginner's Guide - Softcover

Forward, Martin

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1851682589 ISBN 13: 9781851682584

Publisher: Oneworld Publications, 2001

Synopsis

This unique introduction takes a careful look at the role of religion and the spiritual dimension in the real world. Conversational in tone, but built on a solid foundation of knowledge, it covers an enormous range of issues in a succinct and straightforward style, from the origins of religious belief to the future of religion in today's spiritual landscape. Drawing on history, theology, sociology, philosophy and the words of great thinkers old and new, this lively little volume will both inform and stimulate.

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About the Author

Martin Forward is currently the Helena Wackerlin Professor of Religious Studies at Aurora University, Illinois, and Executive Director of its Center for Faith and Action. He is an ordained Methodist minister, is the author and editor of numerous books and articles, and is an acknowledged expert in contemporary religious studies.

From the Back Cover

This unique introduction takes a careful look at the role of religion and the spiritual dimension int eh real world. Conversational in tone, but built on a solid foundation of knowledge, it covers an enormous range of issues ina succinct and straightforward style, from the origins of religious belief to the future of religion in today's spiritual landscape. Drawing on history, theology, sociology, philosophy and the words of great thinkers old and new, this lively little volume also presents such key ideas as:

One God or many gods -- is less really more?

High days and Holy days -- the role of festivals and festivities around the world

The life after this life -- religion, death, and what may lie beyond

Whether beginning to believe, beginning to wonder or simply beginning to think, this beginner's Guide to Religion will both inform and stimulate as it introduces the timeless human truths behind our common spiritual quests.

Martin Forward is currently the Helena Wackerlin Professor of Religious Studies at Aurora University, Illinois, and Executive Director of its Center for Faith and Action. He is an ordained Methodist minister, is the author and editor of numerous books and articles, and is an acknowledged expert in contemporary religious studies.

Edition details

• Publisher: Oneworld Publications
• Publication date: 2001
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1851682589
• ISBN 13: 9781851682584
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 192