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Scripture in the World Religions

Pages:	256
Subject:	Religion
Imprint:	Oneworld

Scripture in the World Religions

Name: Scripture in the World Religions
SKU: 9781851682447
Price: 10.99 GBP
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A Short Introduction

Harold G. Coward

A concise introduction to scripture in the world religions that offers an evaluation of the sacred word and covers everything from the role of the mantra in the eastern relgions to the lives of the ancient scribes.

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9781851682447 (31 Aug 2000)

RRP £10.99 / US$17.95

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The Book

In this systematic and accessible analysis, Harold Coward carefully explores the scriptures - written and spoekn - of six major world faiths. He examines their interpretation, their role in devotion and education, and their relationships with each other.

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Subject	Religion
Pages	256
Imprint	Oneworld

About the Author

Harold Coward is the Director of the Centre for Studies in Religion and Society at the University of Victoria. Author and Editor of nearly forty books, he is well-kown expert in the fields of Hinduism, philosophy and comparative religion and a Fellow of the Roya Society of Canada.

Reviews

"nice introduction to how several major world religions view and use scripture."
- World Faiths Encounter

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