A Dictionary Of Religion And Ethics

By Shailer Mathews and Gerald Birney Smith

Book Overview

A Dictionary of Religion and Ethics is a comprehensive reference book written by Shailer Mathews. This book covers a wide range of topics related to religion and ethics, including religious beliefs, practices, and traditions from different cultures and religions. It also covers ethical theories, principles, and issues that are relevant to contemporary society.The dictionary contains over 1,500 entries that are arranged alphabetically, making it easy for readers to find the information they need. Each entry provides a concise and clear explanation of the topic, along with relevant historical and cultural context. The book also includes cross-references to related entries, helping readers to navigate the dictionary more easily.The entries in this book cover a diverse range of topics, including religious concepts such as sin, salvation, and grace, as well as ethical issues such as abortion, euthanasia, and capital punishment. The book also includes entries on notable religious figures from different traditions, such as Buddha, Jesus, and Muhammad.Overall, A Dictionary of Religion and Ethics is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in religion and ethics. Whether you are a student, scholar, or simply someone who wants to learn more about these topics, this book provides a comprehensive and accessible guide to the subject matter.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: 1162921285
• ISBN13: 9781162921280
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 524 Pages
• Weight: 2.57 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"