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With a new preface and fresh package, this completely revised and updated version of The Religions of Man explores the essential elements and teachings of the world’s predominant faiths, including Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucianism, Taoism, Islam, Judaism, Christianity, and the native traditions of the Americas, Australia, Africa, and Oceania. Smith emphasises the inner – rather than institutional – dimensions of these religions and gives special attention to Zen, Tibetan Buddhism, Sufism, and the teachings of Jesus. He convincingly conveys the unique appeal and gifts of each of the traditions and reveals their hold on the human heart and imagination.
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A reading standard in university religious study programs for good reason. This text is thorough and generous. An excellent overview of the world's great faiths.
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Excellent book for understand our world's religions. Smith writes in an easy to understand format. I would recommend this book for students and anyone that is interested in opening their mind to other religions.
Carla H. (Good info but Smith's clumsy sentence structure makes for a difficult read at times.
very good survey of the many world's religions without much bias to a particular belief system.
A great reference book on the major religions of the world. Very readable.
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