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Eastern Religions: Origins, Beliefs, Practices, Holy Texts, Sacred Places

by Michael D. Coogan
$11.90
Eastern Religions: Origins, Beliefs, Practices, Holy Texts, Sacred Places
Eastern Religions: Origins, Beliefs, Practices, Holy Texts, Sacred Places

Insightful journey across Eastern spirituality and culture.

If you're curious about the spiritual philosophies and traditions that have shaped Eastern societies, this book will serve as a gateway to understanding the core beliefs and practices of these faiths. Michael David Coogan's vivid portrayal simplifies complex concepts, making them more approachable for Western readers who seek a deeper connection to Eastern spirituality.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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Eastern Religions: Origins, Beliefs, Practices, Holy Texts, Sacred Places

by Michael D. Coogan
$11.90
ISBN: 9781844830411
Authors: Michael D. Coogan
Publisher: Duncan Baird Publishers
Date of Publication: 2005-01-01
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Philosophy, Religion
Related Topics: Buddhism, Taoism, Theology, Hinduism
Goodreads rating: 3.88
(rated by 137 readers)

Description

This comprehensive survey is a thorough introduction to the five great Eastern faiths for all those in the West who wish to fathom the spirit of the East. The vast range of topics covered includes the life of the Buddha; karma and rebirth; inspiring teachers and gurus; the life of Confucius; sacred Taoist texts; the epics of the 'Ramayana' and the 'Mahabharata'; holy landscapes, shrines and festivals; and enlightenment. The book gives an overview of each faith's approach to spiritual and ethical beliefs, art and architecture, sacred writings, ritual and ceremony, and death and the afterlife. Also included are special documentary sections presenting extracts from and summaries of key texts and other invaluable reference material designed to illuminate central features of all five religions.
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Insightful journey across Eastern spirituality and culture.

If you're curious about the spiritual philosophies and traditions that have shaped Eastern societies, this book will serve as a gateway to understanding the core beliefs and practices of these faiths. Michael David Coogan's vivid portrayal simplifies complex concepts, making them more approachable for Western readers who seek a deeper connection to Eastern spirituality.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.