Designed as a core text for introductory courses in Religion, Religion and Culture, and the Humanities. May also serve as a sourcebook in religion for a variety of courses in the humanities and social sciences.
A basic text for introduction to religious studies that provides the tools and resources for exploring the many dimensions of religion. The design of this text suggests an approach to critical inquiry that may be called inductive and integrative.
"Very comprehensive in terms of topics covered." ― Anne Wetherilt, Emmanuel College
"I find the selections introducing the world's religions very helpful and one of the strongest parts of the book .... I find it very helpful to have this stretched all through the texts and it offers a way to teach this class that allows it to be an interesting introduction." ― Jeffrey C. Pugh, Elon University