Encyclopedia of Religion and Ethics V2

By John A. Selbie and James Hastings

Book Overview

The Encyclopedia of Religion and Ethics V2 is a comprehensive reference book that provides an in-depth exploration of various religious beliefs and practices from around the world. Written by James Hastings, a renowned scholar of religion, this volume covers a wide range of topics including the history of religion, religious traditions, ethical issues, and philosophical debates. The book is organized into several sections, each of which focuses on a specific aspect of religion and ethics. The first section provides an introduction to the study of religion and its role in society. The second section delves into various religious traditions, including Christianity, Judaism, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism, and many others. The third section explores ethical issues such as morality, justice, and human rights. The final section contains a series of philosophical essays that examine the nature of religion and its relationship to society. With its comprehensive coverage and insightful analysis, the Encyclopedia of Religion and Ethics V2 is an essential resource for scholars, students, and anyone interested in understanding the complex and fascinating world of religion.1908. Volume 2 of 24 - Ancestor-Worship (Indian)(continued) and Cult of the Dead to Art and Architecture (Teutonic). The encyclopedia will contain articles on all the religions of the world and on all the great systems of ethics. It will aim at containing articles on every religious belief or custom, and on every ethical movement, every philosophical idea, every moral practice. Includes such persons and places that are famous in the history of religion and morals. Only once or twice will a question be raised that will not be discussed within this collection.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162585587
• ISBN13: 9781162585581
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 480 Pages
• Weight: 2.36 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 8.3" x 11.0"