Japanese Religions

Paperback

Main Details

Title Japanese Religions
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Michiko Yusa
Edited by Ninian Smart
SeriesReligions of the World S.
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback
Pages:128
Dimensions(mm): Height 216,Width 138
Category/GenreComparative religion
Oriental religions
ISBN/Barcode 9780415262842
ClassificationsDewey:299.56
Audience
Undergraduate
Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly
Professional & Vocational
Illustrations facsimiles, map

Publishing Details

Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd
Imprint Routledge
Publication Date 14 March 2002
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

This text provides a succinct and balanced overview of Japanese religions. Using a descriptive and original approach, Michiko Yusa covers both major and minor Japanese beliefs including: Shinto, Buddhism, Christianity, Taoism and Confucianism. Written in an accessible and informative style, and assuming no prior knowledge on the part of the reader, this book gives a basic introduction to the faith, it's history, beliefs, and practices, and emphasising modern developments and impacts of the world today.