An Introduction to Religious and Theological Studies, Second Edition
- World Religions
- Publisher: Cascade Books (Wipf and Stock)
- Published: 2021
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Publisher's Description
An Introduction to Religious and Theological Studies walks students through topical issues to be encountered in the study of the Abrahamic religions: Judaism, Christianity, and Islam as these religions encounter other religions in the context of the wider ecumenism. The text is written from a Christian point of view and aims at helping students understand that to be Christian is to be ecumenical. African Traditional Religions (ATRs) has been included in this survey to provide background for the religious traditions and cultures of peoples of Africa as Christianity moves inexorably southward. The book has been written with undergraduate general education students in mind--including meeting the needs of those in seminaries and theological institutes.
Endorsements (4)
“This second, revised and expanded edition provides a comprehensive introduction to the origins, Scriptures, and history of Christianity, first in relation to the Abrahamic faiths (Judaism and Islam), and then in the larger setting of traditional African and Asian religions and spiritualities. As such, the work is a much-needed survey of world religions from a contemporary, global perspective. The chapters on Augustine and Thomas Aquinas are especially to be commended for insights into their original historical and cultural contexts, followed by a judicious critique of their influence on subsequent theological developments.”
“This second edition of Cyril Orji’s An Introduction to Religious and Theological Studies is an expansive primer for students, contextualizing Christianity with a global panorama, at the same time as being respectful of a myriad of religions and spiritualities. Orji provides instructors with a complete and nuanced guide to the fields of religious and theological studies and makes complex scholarly material approachable and interesting. With so much to choose from, including key terms, beautiful images, important dates, systematic explanation of religious worldviews, and review questions, instructors may use this book and teach to their strengths.”
“This is the work many scholars of theological and religious studies have been waiting for. Cyril Orji has shown how Christian theological and religious studies can be grounded in elaborate dialogue with other religious traditions. By giving a prominent place to indigenous religions, Orji offers scholars the pathway to follow in decolonizing the disciplines of theology and religious studies. This text displays the fruits of elaborate research and excellent teaching.”
“Dr. Orji offers a wonderful resource for introductory courses in religious studies and theology. With a respectful approach to each of the ‘ways of being human,’ the reader gets a robust sense of the religions of the ‘Book,’ as well as evocative introductions to the other great ‘religions.’ The book lays the groundwork for a productive engagement across the various ‘ways of being human.’ It will be a helpful guide for all seekers.”
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