Comparing Religions

By: Jeffrey J. Kripal and Andrea Jain and Erin Prophet and Ata Anzali

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Synopsis: Comparing Religions is a next-generation textbook which expertly guides, inspires, and challenges those who wish to think seriously about religious pluralism in the modern world.A unique book teaching the art and practice of comparing religionsDraws on a wide range of religious traditions to demonstrate the complexity and power of comparative practicesProvides both a history and understanding of comparative practice and a series of thematic chapters showing how responsible practice is doneA three part structure provides readers with a map and effective process through which to grasp this challenging but fascinating approachThe author is a leading academic, writer, and exponent of comparative practiceContains numerous learning features, including chapter outlines, summaries, toolkits, discussion questions, a glossary, and many imagesSupported by a companion website (available on publication) at www.wiley.com/go/kripal, which includes information on individual religious traditions, links of other sites, an interview with the author, learning features, and much more