ISBN: 9780857400017 - the message and the book: sacred texts of the world's religions (13 Ergebnisse)

Hardback. Zustand: Very Good. A magisterial single-volume survey of the great literature of the religions of the world, from the Bible and the Quran to the Vedas and The Analects of Confucius. Quite simply, a comprehensive guide to religions and their texts in one volume.

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Hardback. Zustand: Very Good. A magisterial single-volume survey of the great literature of the religions of the world, from the Bible and the Quran to the Vedas and The Analects of Confucius. Quite simply, a comprehensive guide to religions and their texts in one volume.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

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Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good wear. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: Very Good. Cover has some light edge and corner; Most people alive today (more than three-quarters of the world's population) belong to one of the great religions. These faiths are built on the foundation-stones of key texts, to which people go for spiritual inspiration and moral guidance. But what are these texts and what do they mean? Introducing and describing their content and core tenets, and quoting their key passages, The Sacred Library will help believers and unbelievers alike to understand why these sacred texts matter so much to so many people in today's world: the Bible remains the best-selling book world-wide, and other texts from the past are hugely influential in the present - for example, the Analects of Confucius in Asia and the Quran for Muslims. Historically, sacred texts have had a critical impact on the drafting of landmark political documents, such as the Constitution of the United States. The Sacred Library is an accessible, scholarly and informative guide not only to such well-known texts as the Bible and Quran, but also to more than 400 others. It is essential reading for those who want to understand the influence of religious texts both in the past and in the world of today. ; 7" x 9.5"; 406 pages.…

Hardback. John Bowker (Author), Atlantic Books. Most people alive today (more than three-quarters of the world's population) belong to one of the great religions. These faiths are built on the foundation-stones of key texts, to which people go for spiritual inspiration and moral guidance. But what are these texts and what do they mean? Introducing and describing their content and core tenets, and quoting their key passages, The Sacred Library will help believers and unbelievers alike to understand why these sacred texts matter so much to so many people in today's world: the Bible remains the best-selling book world-wide, and other texts from the past are hugely influential in the present - for example, the Analects of Confucius in Asia and the Quran for Muslims. Historically, sacred texts have had a critical impact on the drafting of landmark political documents, such as the Constitution of the United States. The Sacred Library is an accessible, scholarly and informative guide not only to such well-known texts as the Bible and Quran, but also to more than 400 others. It is essential reading for those who want to understand the influence of religious texts both in the past and in the world of today. Hardback.…

Hardback. A magisterial single-volume guide to the great faiths of the world through their most important writings Grand in its sweep, this survey of the sacred writings of the major religions of the world offers a thoughtful introduction to the ideas and beliefs upon which great faiths are built. Under the expert guidance of John Bowker, a religious scholar and author of international stature, readers explore the key texts of Jewish, Christian, Muslim, Hindu, Jain, Sikh, Buddhist, Parsi, Confucian, Daoist, and Shinto traditions. The author discusses some 400 books, among them such well-known sacred texts as the Bible and the Quran, but also spiritual writings by theologians, philosophers, poets, and others.Bowker provides clear and illuminating commentary on each text, describing the content and core tenets of the work and quoting pertinent passages. He also sets the writings in religious and historical contexts, showing how they have influenced--and in many cases continue to influence--artistic, musical, literary, and political traditions. The Message and the Book is essential reading for anyone who wishes to understand the meaning and the deep significance of primary religious texts of civilizations around the globe. 2011, First edition, first printing. A near fine copy only marked by a small stain on the top edge. The d/w is unclipped and fine. Scans available if required. …

Zustand: Very good. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: Very good. Larger 8vo pp.406."Most people alive today (more than three-quarters of the worlds population) belong to one of the great religions these faiths are built on the foundation-stones of key texts, to which people go for spiritual inspiration and moral guidance but what are these texts and what do they mean introducing and describing their content and core. book.…