Sacred Texts and Authority

A man takes the Qur'an in his hand, carefully pronouncing each syllable of Arabic, repeating the language of Allah. A family gathers together to read the story of Christ's passion. A young nun pores over the sutras, searching for an answer. Sacred Texts and Authority probes what five great world religions mean by the term ""sacred text."" For many religions a text might include a person or drama or dance--as much as a document--informing teachings that will be remembered through the passage of time. How are such texts related to authoritative teachings? What sorts of claims does a traditional authority hold on current believers and seekers? These insightful questions are answered by authorities on each tradition.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1597525057
• ISBN13: 9781597525053
• Release Date: March 2008
• Publisher: Wipf & Stock Publishers
• Length: 182 Pages
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 5.7" x 8.5"