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Religious ethics;: A systems approach - Hardcover

Smurl, James F

 
9780137730513: Religious ethics;: A systems approach

Synopsis

The book explores the major new or unconventional religions and spiritual movements in America that exists outside the Judeo-Christian tradition. Gives accounts of some 25 groups--divided into six types--covering their history, teaching, worship, and way of life. Considers bitter controversies about cults, brainwashing, and deprogramming that have arisen around them.

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The book explores the major new or unconventional religions and spiritual movements in America that exists outside the Judeo-Christian tradition. Gives accounts of some 25 groups--divided into six types--covering their history, teaching, worship, and way of life. Considers bitter controversies about cults, brainwashing, and deprogramming that have arisen around them.

About the Author

Robert S. Ellwood is Professor Emeritus at the University of Southern California.

Harry Partin was Professor of History of Religions at Duke University.

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