The Role of Religion in History

by George Walsh

This comprehensive survey of religion and its profound effects on history provides a historical context for in-depth analysis of theological, social, and political themes in which religion plays a major role.

George Walsh first traces the rise and impact of primitive religions. He looks at Indian traditions, including Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism and analyzes the Semitic tradition of Judaism and Christianity and the evolving conception...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1560003685
• ISBN13: 9781560003687
• Release Date: May 1998
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 204 Pages
• Weight: 1.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.3" x 9.3"