Interpreting the Sacred: Ways of Viewing ReligionWilliam Paden's classic exploration in religious studies, with a new introduction In the current climate, Interpreting the Sacred provides a fresh, thorough way to consider and compare various religious belief systems. Paden puts forth the idea that our understanding of religion influences our understanding of ourselves and our world. Updated with a new introduction, this book is for anyone who wants to consider and discuss religious beliefs. |
Contents
Critical Interpretations of Religion | 15 |
3 | 28 |
As the Psyche So the Gods | 48 |
Comparative Perspective in the Study of Religion | 67 |
The Contextuality of Interpretation | 110 |
Issues and Implications | 125 |
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