Readings in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam [Paperback]

John Corrigan (Author), Frederick M. Denny (Author), Carlos M.N. Eire (Author), Martin S. Jaffee (Author)

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ISBN-10: 0023250984 | ISBN-13: 978-0023250989 | Publication Date: January 15, 1998 | Edition: 1

A comparative introduction to significant readings found in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. The book covers a wide range of historical periods up to the present day. The readings explore six major themes from the perspective of each tradition. The six major themes includes coverage of: Scripture and Tradition; Monotheism; Authority and Community; Worship and Ritual; Ethics; and Religion and the Political Order. For anyone interested in Western Religious Traditions in Religion or HIstory Departments.

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A comparative introduction to significant readings found in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. The book covers a wide range of historical periods up to the present day. The readings explore six major themes from the perspective of each tradition. The six major themes includes coverage of: Scripture and Tradition; Monotheism; Authority and Community; Worship and Ritual; Ethics; and Religion and the Political Order. For anyone interested in Western Religious Traditions in Religion or HIstory Departments.

Product Details

• Paperback: 376 pages
• Publisher: Prentice Hall; 1 edition (January 15, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0023250984
• ISBN-13: 978-0023250989
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 7 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
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4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Comparative Religion Text, January 30, 2003

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This review is from: Readings in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam (Paperback)

This book is an excellent text for those interested in a basic survey of Western scripture. It's split up into chapters based on major religous concepts, allowing the reader to compare the concepts through out the three traditions very easily. This book is a great way to start anyone's study of comparative western religion.

4.0 out of 5 stars Islam-Judaism-Christianity Comparative Readings, December 14, 2010

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This review is from: Readings in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam (Paperback)

"Readings in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam" by: J. Corrigan, F. Denny, C. Eire & M. Jafee, (1998), English, p. 376. Publisher's note: "Composed mainly of primary source readings, but including important secondary sources well, Readings in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam is designed to provide both chronological and topical coverage of each religion. The readings are grouped under six headings: Scripture and Tradition, Monotheism, Authority and Community, Worship and Ritual, Ethics, and Religion and Political Order. Readings for all three religions are arranged to allow for the identification of similarities and differences among the traditions. A brief introduction sets each reading in its time and place and, in many cases, provides commentary on the significance of the material. Readings in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam is designed to supplement lectures and textbooks; is accessible to those just embarking on their study of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam; provides a comprehensive basis for further study of all three religious traditions; and balances short, pointed excerpts with longer, detailed readings."