Sin And Salvation In The World Religions

Author: Harold Coward
Publisher: Viva Books
Year: 2007
Language: English
Pages: 197
ISBN/UPC (if available): 1851683194

Description

A uniquely global yet concise survey of the role played by sin and salvation in Christianity, Islam, Judaism, Buddhism and Hinduism.

Considering what sin actually is, and what constitutes salvation, this book draws on scriptural teachings and the views of leading thinkers on sin and the afterlife in Christianity, Islam, Judaism, Buddhism and Hinduism. With a conclusion which offers a balanced view of the similarities of all the religions, this is a thorough yet accessible guide which will prove extremely useful for students and theologians alike.

Contents

Acknowledgements

INTRODUCTION


JUDAISM

CHRISTIANITY

ISLAM

HINDUISM

BUDDHISM


CONCLUSION


Notes

Index