The Early Spread Of Religious Ideas Especially In The Far East

By Joseph Edkins

Book Overview

The book ""The Early Spread Of Religious Ideas Especially In The Far East"" by Joseph Edkins is a comprehensive study of the spread of religious ideas in the Far East during the early centuries. The author explores the origins of various religious beliefs and practices, including Buddhism, Taoism, Confucianism, and Shintoism, and how they spread throughout China, Japan, and Korea.Edkins examines the role of religious leaders, missionaries, and scholars in promoting and disseminating religious ideas, as well as the impact of social, political, and cultural factors on the development and spread of these religions. He also delves into the influence of foreign religions and the interactions between different religious traditions.The book provides a detailed analysis of the historical context and cultural background of each religion, and how they evolved over time. Edkins draws on a wide range of sources, including primary texts, archaeological evidence, and historical records, to provide a comprehensive and nuanced account of the early spread of religious ideas in the Far East.Overall, ""The Early Spread Of Religious Ideas Especially In The Far East"" is an informative and insightful book that sheds light on the complex and fascinating history of religion in the Far East. It will be of interest to scholars, students, and anyone interested in the history and culture of the region.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: 1162754796
• ISBN13: 9781162754796
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 144 Pages
• Weight: 0.44 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"