{"product_id":"the-worlds-religions-completely-revised-and-updated-edition-of-the-religions-of-man-paperback","title":"The World's Religions: Completely Revised and Updated Edition of ``The Religions of Man'' - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eHuston Smith\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe World's Religions, \u003c\/i\u003e by beloved author and pioneering professor Huston Smith (\u003ci\u003eTales of Wonder\u003c\/i\u003e), is the definitive classic for introducing the essential elements and teachings of the world's predominant faiths. This essential guide to comparative religion covers Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucianism, Taoism, Judaism, Christianity, Islam, as well as regional native traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis revised and updated edition provides sympathetic descriptions of the various traditions, explaining how they work \"from the inside,\" which is a big reason why this cherished classic of religious studies has sold more than two million copies since it first appeared in 1958.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor decades, students and seekers have turned to this landmark text for its clear, objective, and engaging exploration of humanity's most enduring spiritual traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSympathetic Introductions: \u003c\/b\u003e Go beyond doctrine to understand the world's major faiths as they are experienced \"from the inside,\" with respect and profound insight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCovers Major World Religions: \u003c\/b\u003e Journey through the essential teachings of Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucianism, Taoism, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eScholarly Yet Accessible: \u003c\/b\u003e Written by a pioneering professor, this book translates complex ideas into a readable and compelling narrative, perfect for students and general readers alike.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eA Foundational Text: \u003c\/b\u003e Discover why this cherished classic has been a foundational text in religious studies for generations, selling more than two million copies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBack Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHuston Smith's masterpiece explores the essential elements and teachings of the world's predominant faiths, including Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucianism, Taoism, Judaism, Christianity, Islam, and the native traditions of Australia, Africa, Oceania, and the Americas.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEmphasizing the inner--rather than the institutional--dimension of these religions, Smith devotes special attention to Zen and 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 448\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.1 x 7.9 x 5.2 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e May 01, 2009\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53057972601056,"sku":"9780061660184","price":25.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0811\/5909\/4496\/files\/QOUUZPL8759780061660184.webp?v=1781387947","url":"https:\/\/improvedinc.myshopify.com\/products\/the-worlds-religions-completely-revised-and-updated-edition-of-the-religions-of-man-paperback","provider":"Improved Improper Input Inc.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}