ISBN: 9780415611237 - buddhist and christian?: an exploration of dual belonging (routledge critical studies in buddhism) (5 Ergebnisse)

Zustand: New. Rose Drew has lectured in interfaith studies and Buddhism at the University of Glasgow and in 2011 held a research scholarship at Uppsala University, Sweden. She currently manages a new project for UK charity Interfaith Scotland that supports and develop.

Zustand: New. In English.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The last century witnessed a gradual but profound transformation of the West's religious landscape. In today's context of diversity, people are often influenced by, and sometimes even claim to belong to, more than one religious tradition. Buddhism and Christianity is a particularly prevalent and fascinating combination. This book is the first detailed exploration of Buddhist Christian dual belonging, engaging - from both Buddhist and Christian perspectives - the questions that arise, and drawing on extensive interviews with well-known individuals in the vanguard of this important and growing phenomenon.The book looks at whether it is possible to be authentically Buddhist and authentically Christian given the differences in beliefs and practices. It asks whether Buddhist Christians are irrational, religiously schizophrenic or spiritually superficial; or whether the thought and practice of Buddhism and Christianity can be reconciled in a way that makes possible deep commitment to both. Finally, the book considers whether the influence of Buddhist Christians on each of these traditions is something to be regretted or celebrated.…

Hardcover. Zustand: Brand New. 1st edition. 272 pages. 9.29x6.42x0.83 inches. In Stock.

Zustand: New. Series: Routledge Critical Studies in Buddhism. Num Pages: 288 pages. BIC Classification: HRC; HRE. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 240 x 156 x 21. Weight in Grams: 554. . 2011. 1st Edition. hardcover. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.