Manual Of The Science Of Religion (1891)

By Pierre D. Chantepie De La Saussaye and Pierre Daniel Chantepie de la Saussaye

Book Overview

Manual Of The Science Of Religion is a book written by Pierre D. Chantepie De La Saussaye in 1891. The book is a comprehensive guide to the study of religion, covering a wide range of topics including the history of religion, the nature of religious experience, and the methods of religious inquiry. It is considered to be a seminal work in the field of religious studies and has been widely used as a textbook in universities around the world. The book is divided into four parts, each focusing on a different aspect of the study of religion. Part one provides an overview of the history of religion, from ancient times to the present day. Part two explores the nature of religious experience, including the role of faith, ritual, and myth in shaping religious beliefs. Part three examines the methods of religious inquiry, including the use of reason, intuition, and revelation. Finally, part four looks at the relationship between religion and society, including the role of religion in politics, economics, and culture. Overall, Manual Of The Science Of Religion is a comprehensive and insightful guide to the study of religion, providing readers with a deep understanding of the nature of religious belief and its impact on human society.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: 1120322162
• ISBN13: 9781120322166
• Release Date: October 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 706 Pages
• Weight: 2.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"