Author : Michael Pye
Publisher : Burns & Oates
Page : 344 pages
File Size : 16,52 MB
Release : 1994
Category : Religion
ISBN :
Concise definitions of over 5,000 terms drawn from concepts in a wide range of religions, including Native American, African, ancient, and new religions. Among the entries are technical terms used in philosophy, sociology, and social anthropology in relation to religious thought or practice. Well cross- referenced. Annotation copyright by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
Author : Jonathan Z. Smith
Publisher : Harper San Francisco
Page : 1154 pages
File Size : 23,48 MB
Release : 1996
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780006279679
Offers more than three thousand articles on the world of religion.
Author : Udo Becker
Publisher : A&C Black
Page : 372 pages
File Size : 37,66 MB
Release : 2000-01-01
Category : Reference
ISBN : 9780826412218
An alphabetical reference with more than 1,500 entries that trace symbols to their cultural, religious, or mythological origins, and explain the hidden or encoded meaning that lies concealed beneath objects' and concepts' ordinary, outward appearance.
Author : Steven R. Serafin
Publisher : A&C Black
Page : 1340 pages
File Size : 11,44 MB
Release : 2005-09-01
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 9780826417770
More than ten years in the making, this comprehensive single-volume literary survey is for the student, scholar, and general reader. The Continuum Encyclopedia of American Literature represents a collaborative effort, involving 300 contributors from across the US and Canada. Composed of more than 1,100 signed biographical-critical entries, this Encyclopedia serves as both guide and companion to the study and appreciation of American literature. A special feature is the topical article, of which there are 70.
Author : William M. Johnston
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 334 pages
File Size : 48,1 MB
Release : 2014-01-27
Category : Reference
ISBN : 1135923094
Recent Reference Books in Religion provides incisive summaries and evaluations of more than 350 contemporary reference works on religious traditions ancient and modern that have been published in English, French and German. For maximum usefulness to readers, Professor Johnston has broadly defined religion to include not just the world religion of Christianity , Judaism, Islam, Hinduism, and Buddhism but also such alternative approaches as mythology, folklore, and the philosophy of ethics. Each entry, analyzing a particular work, includes full bibliographic details as well as commentary: outstanding articles and contributors are highlighted, strengths and weaknesses are carefully noted and weighed. Readers are directed to volumes whose strengths and weaknesses are carefully noted and weighed. Readers are directed to volumes whose strengths complement the weaknesses of others. An indispensable guide in any religious studies collection, Recent Reference Books in Religion: 2nd Edition includes works published through the end of 1997. It also includes a Glossary that describes types and functions of refernce books, and five indexes: Titles, Authors, Topics, Persons and Places.
Author : Elizabeth Ashton
Publisher : A&C Black
Page : 105 pages
File Size : 19,55 MB
Release : 2002-07-01
Category : Education
ISBN : 1841900591
This invaluable new dictionary enables Key Stage 2 and Key Stage 3 children to understand the meaning behind many of the complex words and concepts that are used in Religious Education. Fully illustrated and cross-referenced, The Questions Dictionary of Religious Education will also help readers with what might be unfamiliar and difficult new words and concepts as all entries are classified by the use of symbols for:people and places signs, symbols and word pictures in religion worship and traditions in religion seasons and festivals in religion. The Questions Dictionary of Religious Education is designed for both individual and group work. The layout allows teachers to photocopy the entries for mounting on to A4 card or for use in displays. The dictionary can also be used for language teaching and the literacy hour.
Author : Bron Taylor
Publisher : A&C Black
Page : 1927 pages
File Size : 46,90 MB
Release : 2008-06-10
Category : Reference
ISBN : 1441122788
The Encyclopedia of Religion and Nature, originally published in 2005, is a landmark work in the burgeoning field of religion and nature. It covers a vast and interdisciplinary range of material, from thinkers to religious traditions and beyond, with clarity and style. Widely praised by reviewers and the recipient of two reference work awards since its publication (see www.religionandnature.com/ern), this new, more affordable version is a must-have book for anyone interested in the manifold and fascinating links between religion and nature, in all their many senses.
Author : Ian Fraser
Publisher : A&C Black
Page : 232 pages
File Size : 40,81 MB
Release : 2011-11-17
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 1441178325
A concise and accessible dictionary of the key terms and concepts in Marx's writings, his major works and influences, from a philosophical perspective.
Author : Charles Taliaferro
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 393 pages
File Size : 17,94 MB
Release : 2018-01-25
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 1501325248
A Dictionary of Philosophy of Religion is an indispensable resource for students and scholars. Covering historical and contemporary figures, arguments, and terms, it offers an overview of the vital themes that make philosophy of religion the growing, vigorous field that it is today. It covers world religions and sources from east and west. Entries have been crafted for clarity, succinctness, and engagement. This second edition includes new entries, extended coverage of non-Christian topics, as well as revisions and updates throughout. The first edition was named a Choice Outstanding Academic Title of the Year.
Author : A. C. Grayling
Publisher :
Page : 968 pages
File Size : 37,76 MB
Release : 2006
Category : Philosophy, British
ISBN :
