Practice and Science of Religion: A Study of Method in Comparative Religion [Hardcover]

James Haughton Woods

ISBN 10: 9362086492 / ISBN 13: 9789362086495

Published by Gyan Publishing House, 2024

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Language: English. About The Book: The book delves into the intricacies of comparative religion, exploring both traditional and contemporary methodologies. It scrutinizes primitive beliefs, ancestral systems, and mystical ideals across different religious traditions. By dissecting various levels of religious practices and values, the author offers insights into the evolution and diversity of religious thought. Through an examination of these themes, the book provides a comprehensive study of religious phenomena, shedding light on their significance and interconnections. About The Author: James Haughton Woods (1864-1935) pioneered Asian studies at Harvard, shaping its academic landscape. After extensive studies in Europe and India, he returned to Harvard in 1903. He became a professor of Indian philosophy, translating Paul Deussen's work. Woods expanded his focus to Buddhism and East Asia, advocating for faculty positions and establishing the Harvard-Yenching Institute. His legacy endures through scholarly contributions and institutional developments. The Title 'Practice and Science of Religion: A Study of Method in Comparative Religion written/authored/edited by James Haughton Woods', published in the year 2024. The ISBN 9789362086495 is assigned to the Hardcover version of this title. This book has total of pp. 133 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is Philosophy, Religious. Size of the book is 14.34 x 22.59 cms Vol: 133.

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• Title: Practice and Science of Religion: A Study of Method in Comparative Religion [Hardcover]
• Publisher: Gyan Publishing House
• Publication Date: 2024
• ISBN 10: 9362086492
• ISBN 13: 9789362086495
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: New

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About The The book delves into the intricacies of comparative religion, exploring both traditional and contemporary methodologies. It scrutinizes primitive beliefs, ancestral systems, and mystical ideals across different religious traditions. By dissecting various levels of religious practices and values, the author offers insights into the evolution and diversity of religious thought. Through an examination of these themes, the book provides a comprehensive study of religious phenomena, shedding light on their significance and interconnections. About The James Haughton Woods (1864-1935) pioneered Asian studies at Harvard, shaping its academic landscape. After extensive studies in Europe and India, he returned to Harvard in 1903. He became a professor of Indian philosophy, translating Paul Deussen's work. Woods expanded his focus to Buddhism and East Asia, advocating for faculty positions and establishing the Harvard-Yenching Institute. His legacy endures through scholarly contributions and institutional developments. The Title 'Practice and Science of A Study of Method in Comparative Religion written/authored/edited by James Haughton Woods', published in the year 2024. The ISBN 9789362086495 is assigned to the Hardcover version of this title. This book has total of pp. 133 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is Philosophy, Religious. Size of the book is 14.34 x 22.59 cms