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Majesty and Meekness : Comparative Study of Contrast and Harmony in the Concept of God

by John B. Carman
$10.55
Majesty and Meekness : Comparative Study of Contrast and Harmony in the Concept of God - Thryft
Majesty and Meekness : Comparative Study of Contrast and Harmony in the Concept of God - Thryft

Divine polarities: Harmony and contrast in religion.

This book is for readers exploring world religions. Carman presents a fascinating exploration of the nature of God by comparing diverse beliefs across various religions. He analyzes polarities such as justice/mercy and immanence/transcendence, highlighting their significance in shaping the understanding of God in different religions. Readers who are interested in comparative religion and seeking a deeper understanding of the divine will find this book thought-provoking.

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.

Majesty and Meekness : Comparative Study of Contrast and Harmony in the Concept of God

by John B. Carman
$10.55
ISBN: 9780802806932
Estimated First-hand Retail Price: $54.22
Authors: John B. Carman
Publisher: Wm. B. Eerdmans-Lightning Source
Date of Publication: 1994-06-30
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Religion, Philosophy
Related Topics: Christianity, Hinduism, Judaism, Islam, Buddhism, Theory
Goodreads rating: 4.0
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Description

This is a   book and is therefore non- returnable.This intriguing book compares beliefs concerning the nature of God in a variety of world religions by focusing on a number of "polarities," or pairs of qualities in the divine character that are seemingly opposed. Carman examines such polarities as supremacy/accessibility, immanence/transcendence, justice/mercy, and majesty/meekness, tracing their roles in the understandings of God expressed by Christianity, Hinduism, Judaism, Islam, and Buddhism.
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Divine polarities: Harmony and contrast in religion.

This book is for readers exploring world religions. Carman presents a fascinating exploration of the nature of God by comparing diverse beliefs across various religions. He analyzes polarities such as justice/mercy and immanence/transcendence, highlighting their significance in shaping the understanding of God in different religions. Readers who are interested in comparative religion and seeking a deeper understanding of the divine will find this book thought-provoking.

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.