Reprint. Originally published: New York : Harper, 1958. "The first book to interpret how the great religious traditions answer the spiritual aspirations of the different peoples of the world."--Cover. Includes bibliographical references (pages 315-323) and index.
Contents:
Point of departure -- Hinduism -- Buddhism -- Confucianism -- Taoism -- Islam -- Judaism -- Christianity -- A final examination.
Summary:
"Here is a unique study of all the world's great religions: Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucianism, Taoism, Islam, Judaism and Christianity. This book is neither a history or a critique. Instead it explains, simply and sympathetically, the basic tenants of each religion and the reasons why it attracts millions of devout followers. ... The Religions of Man is a thoroughly researched, informative, fascinating presentation of both the differences and the similarities in the major religious traditions. It is essential reading for anyone who would understand peoples of other lands, other cultures, other religions."--Page 4 of cover.
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