World Scripture: A Comparative Anthology of Sacred Texts [Paperback]

Andrew Willson (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 22, 1998

Demonstrating the commonality of the world's religions and our common humanity, this rich and varied anthology of scripture offers a highly useful collection of religious quotations, passages, and excerpts from the holy texts, representing a new, holistic approach to the world's religions.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 882 pages
• Publisher: Paragon House (September 22, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1557787239
• ISBN-13: 978-1557787231
• Product Dimensions: 10 x 7 x 1.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #387,298 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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20 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Buy this book!!, January 12, 2001

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robert e. craig jr (saugerties, ny United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: World Scripture: A Comparative Anthology of Sacred Texts (Paperback)

This is a theology students dream. It must have taken one many years of serious study and labor to compile scripture references in this way. Passages from the holy books of every major and most minor religions are represented here and grouped side by side by topic for quick comparison. On almost every subject the harmony of thought is staggering! It makes one wonder why religious leaders ever quarrel with one another. It's a great book for study and even better to browse. I started reading it in my doctor's waiting room and got hooked. I found myself actualy looking forward to going to the doctor! If you'd like to sample divine wisdom from many cultures and ages. Buy this book and you'll refer to and enjoy it for a lifetime!

19 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fascinating, October 19, 2000

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Jason (Baltimore, MD) - See all my reviews

This review is from: World Scripture: A Comparative Anthology of Sacred Texts (Paperback)

I received this book as a graduation present from my Unitarian Universalist church and I immediately starting flipping through it. The length is intimidating, but it's all quotes or short text, so there is no pressure to read it all. The beauty of the book is that it contains texts from so many religions that cover every area of life in such philosophical detail. It has answers, but leaves you with questions that you must answer yourself. I found this book especially useful for a Theory of Knowledge class I had last year. This book was constantly at hand and continually provided me with support for my arguments. This book is fascinating and thorough, and I encourage everyone to buy it regardless of your religious background.

12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A testament to the brotherhood of man., June 17, 2000

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L. Troy Beals (Las Vegas, NV USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: World Scripture: A Comparative Anthology of Sacred Texts (Paperback)

This book takes different topics such as faith, dealing with adversity etc. and quotes various sacred text that discuss that topic. This book is a wonderful testament to the fact that we all believe in the same God even though we may call him by a different name and that we are all brothers and sisters. This book opened my eyes and introduced me to some sacred texts that I had never heard of and would like to learn more about.