Learning from Other Religions
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- Author: David Brown, University of St Andrews, Scotland
- Date Published: November 2023
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- format: Hardback
- isbn: 9781009367707
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One common argument against taking the notion of divine revelation seriously is the extraordinrary diversity which exists betwen the world's major religions. How can God be thought to have spoken to humanity when the conclusions drawn are so very different? David Brown authoritatively and persuasively tackles this issue head-on. He refutes the idea that all faiths necessarily culminate in Christianity, or that they can be reduced to some facile lowest common denominator, arguing instead that ideas may emerge more naturally in one context than another. Sometimes, because of its own singular situation, another religion has proved to be more perceptive on a particular issue than Christianity. At other times, no religion will hold the ultimate answer because what can be asserted is heavily dependent on what is viable both scientifically and philosophically. Although complete reconciliation is impossible, a richer notion of revelation – so the author suggests – can be the result.
Read more- Much interreligious work, while worthy and well-intentioned, is somewhat bland and unchallenging: this book – the result of deep and sustained thinking – is different and takes interfaith dialogue in some new, unexpected and exciting directions
- The author writes from a respectful Christian theological viewpoint that takes all religions with appropriate seriousness – while also recognising and acknowledging their deep differences – but without reducing them to uniform if uneven manifestations of divinity
- David Brown is one of the foremost theologians of our times and the author of many ground-breaking books addressing aspects of theology, art, biblical studies and culture
- Will have significant appeal to scholars of theology, philosophy and comparative religion, as well as to ministers of religion and to lay and non-specialist readers beyond religious studies
- The individual chapters on each major faith tradition means the book will be invaluable as a handbook for those who seek
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'Learning from Other Religions brings new impetus to the debate about relations between other religions and one's own. Written by a leading Christian theologian, it contests the conventional classifications of exclusivism, inclusivism and pluralism and raises the challenging prospect that God's activities can be seen in all religions. It urges followers of each religion to appreciate the insights achieved in others and to discover the massive wealth and variety within them. The book takes this well-worn discussion in an appealing if demanding new direction.' David Thomas, Emeritus Professor of Christianity and Islam, University of Birmingham
See more reviews'Learning from Other Religions reveals the analytical strengths of a leading scholar who has reflected over decades on the nature of religion. It shows the characteristics of a serious thinker whose engagement with religiosity and belief has changed with the times. Here the transformations of the modern world are recognized in a changed context where practitioners of other faiths are often one's immediate neighbours. The book marks a new level of inter-religious understanding and is motivated by a positive sense of hospitality towards the religious other in its many different forms. It is rare to find such a detailed, broad-based account of the principal religions. It is also encouraging to find a genuine openness towards these other religions and a preparedness to take them seriously on their own terms.' Oliver Davies, Emeritus Professor of Christian Doctrine, King's College London
'This good and interesting book has a definite and clear aim – to improve understanding of religions by greater knowledge of their origins, histories, and inner diversity. It has great merit, focussed on a well-argued advocacy of a particular view of revelation and religious understanding.' Keith Ward, FBA, Regius Professor of Divinity Emeritus, University of Oxford
'While this masterful survey evidences an extraordinarily wide knowledge of the world's religious traditions, Brown's imaginative readings – marked by both rigour and generosity – move us ineluctably beyond mere pluralism towards a richly textured, complex and reverential re-envisioning of the very meaning of revelation. Anybody engaged in inter faith encounter will find their insight deepened and their sympathy enlarged through his always careful yet often surprising reflections.' Michael Ipgrave, OBE Bishop of Lichfield
'Rich with thought-provoking examples, the volume makes a solid case for what Christians can learn from other traditions. … Recommended.' A.-J. Levine, Choice
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- Date Published: November 2023
- format: Hardback
- isbn: 9781009367707
- length: 288 pages
- dimensions: 223 x 148 x 26 mm
- weight: 0.63kg
- availability: In stock
Table of Contents
1. Complementary Shards
2. Ancient Paganism and the Biblical God
3. Different Eyes: Hinduism
4. The Religions of India
5. The Religions of China
6. The Religions of Japan
7. Islam: Warning or Hope
8. Revelation's Enrichment
9. Beyond Inclusivism and Pluralism.
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