Originally titled the religions of man, this completely revised and updated edition of smiths masterpiece, now with an engaging new foreword, explores the essential elements and. The worlds religions, by beloved author and pioneering professor huston smith, is the definitive classic for introducing the essential elements and teachings of the. Shop the latest titles by linda hudson smith at alibris including hardcovers, paperbacks, 1st editions, and audiobooks from thousands of sellers worldwide. Watson professor of religion and distinguished adjunct professor of philosophy, emeritus, syracuse university. Huston smith, the man who brought the worlds religions to the west, was born almost a century ago to missionary parents in china during the perilous rise of the communist party. Remembering parabola contributor, huston smith who left us on december 30, 2016 at the age of 97 parabolas first issue, winter 1976, included the magazines first interview. Professor smith was best known for the religions of man 1958, which has been a standard textbook in collegelevel comparative religion classes for half a century. The fate of the human spirit in an age of disbelief, as well as the classic the worlds religions. May 12, 2009 the worlds religions, by beloved author and pioneering professor huston smith tales of wonder, is the definitive classic for introducing the essential elements and teachings of the worlds predominant faiths, including hinduism, buddhism, confucianism, taoism, judaism, christianity, islam, as well as regional native traditions. Reading it at least twice and reflecting on it will increase your understanding.
He is the focus of a fivepart pbs television series with bill moyers and has taught at washington university, the. Hinduism, buddhism, confucianism, taoism, islam, judaism, christianity, and the native traditions of the americas, australia, africa, and oceania. His work, the religions of man later revised and retitled the worlds. Updated and repackaged edition of the all time classic bestseller with more than two million copies sold, from the internationally celebrated authority on religion, huston smith. Hudson is proud to be the airports leading bookseller, and now you can shop us any place, any time. He wrote many books, on various religious topics and stretched the boundaries of human knowledge.
In his most personal and passionate book on the spiritual life, renowned author, scholar, and teacher of world religions huston smith turns to his own lifelong religion, christianity. Huston smiths the worlds religions is one of the most significant books ive ever read. He had authored at least thirteen books on worlds religions and philosophy, and his book the worlds religions originally titled. The worlds religions by huston smith, 9780061660184, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Hudson guides public policy makers and global leaders in government and business through a vigorous program of publications, conferences, policy briefings, and recommendations.
Originally titled the religions of man, this completely revi. Smith s lifelong spiritual journey brought him facetoface with many of the people who shaped the 20th century. Smith digs underneath the rituals, theology, and cold historical facts to capture why some of these major religious. The worlds religions, by beloved author and pioneering professor huston smith tales of wonder, is the definitive classic for introducing the essential elements and teachings of the worlds predominant faiths, including hinduism, buddhism, confucianism, taoism, judaism, christianity, islam, as well as regional native traditions. The worlds religions our great wisdom traditions chapter ix. Louis, missouri for the next ten years, and then professor of philosophy at mit from 19581973. The worlds religions, revised and updated huston smith. Hudson smith originally enjoying combined hobbies of travel and photography in the film photography era, hudson smith abandoned his interests in the subject for over ten years. His book, the worlds religions, is still widely used on college. A photographic overview of five road trips covering a combined total over 10,000 in 74 days. The worlds religions our great wisdom traditions chapter viii. Huston smith, a giant in the world of religion, died december 30 at age 97.
Smith digs underneath the rituals, theology, and cold historical facts to capture why some of these major religious traditions, such as hinduism, buddhism, and christianity, are so deeply and meaningfully profound to billions and billions of people. Huston cummings smith was a leading scholar of religious studies in the united states. The worlds religions by huston smith is considered a classic in the genre by many. Jan 01, 2017 professor smith read all two dozen of mr. The recipient of twelve honorary degrees, smiths fifteen books include his bestselling the worlds religions, why religion matters, and his autobiography, tales of wonder. Huston smith s painful spiritual odyssey by john blake. He is the focus of a fivepart pbs television series with bill moyers and has taught at washington university, the massachusetts institute of technology, syracuse university, and the university of california at berkeley. He was widely regarded as one of the worlds most influential figures in religious studies. Its such a respected book that its often used as a university textbook in world religion classes.
The worlds religions chapter viii, christianity, the. Retaining all of the beloved qualities of huston smiths classic the religions of man and the current fully revised and updated the worlds religions, this stunning pictorial presentation refines the text to its. Buy the worlds religions by huston smith online at alibris. Nearly two thousand years of history have brought an astonishing diversity to this religion. Summary religion posits that there is a meaning to life and there are good reasons to think that the religious posit is true. He has taught comparative religion courses for many years. It describes a broad sweep of religions such as those practiced by the australian aborigines, by the native american indians of north and south america and the religions of the interior of africa. And the essence of morality consists, as in art, of drawing the line. Smith extracts from the worlds great religions hinduism, buddhism, taoism, confucianism, islam, judaism, and christianity that which is ideal. Coronavirus insights and analysis as leaders in the united states and around the world work to combat the spread of covid19, the impact of the virus has only begun to be felt. The worlds religions, by beloved author and pioneering professor huston smith tales of wonder, is the definitive classic for introducing the essential elements and teachings of the worlds predominant. He intentionally does not delve into the minutiae of.
His book the worlds religions has sold over two million copies and remains a popular introduction to comparative religion. The world of religion according to huston smith mother jones. The worlds religions, by beloved author and pioneering professor huston smith tales of wonder, is the definitive classic for introducing the essential elements and teachings of the worlds. It is the most important book in comparative religious studies ever, stephen prothero, a professor of religion at boston university, said in an. The recipient of twelve honorary degrees, smiths fifteen books include his bestselling the worlds religions, why religion matters, and his autobiography, tales. The worlds religions pdf summary huston smith 12min blog. Contact us we want to make sure that you have the best possible customer experience when using our website. Mar 17, 2009 huston cummings smith born may 31, 1919 is among the preeminent religious studies scholars in the united states. The worlds religions, revised and updated huston smith e. He intentionally does not delve into the minutiae of religious history or the many ways in which religion has been used as a vehicle for evil. Renowned world religions scholar huston smith says, every society and. It describes a broad sweep of religions such as those practiced by the australian aborigines, by the. May 12, 2009 the worlds religions by huston smith is considered a classic in the genre by many.
Understanding the worlds religions can be led by ministers, laypersons, or a combination. The worlds religions by huston smith, paperback barnes. With stories and personal anecdotes, smith not only presents the basic beliefs and essential teachings of christianity, but argues why religious belief matters. The historical religions span less than four thousand years as compared with. Huston cummings smith may 31, 1919 december 30, 2016 was a leading scholar of religious studies in the united states. Tempted by a carrington harlequin kimani romance\the carringtons by linda hudsonsmith 20111220 by linda hudsonsmith jan 1 1743 2. Huston smiths painful spiritual odyssey by john blake. Phone 8am 5pm est monday friday 8556032367 toll free all afterhours messages will be returned by the end of the next business day email books. His work, the religions of man later revised and retitled the worlds religions, is a classic in the field, with over two million copies sold, and it remains a common introduction to comparative religion. Read the appropriate material in huston smiths book and in this study guide well in advance of the. Heards books and in 1947 visited him at trabuco college, which mr. Huston smith was a religious scholar who died at the age of 97 in the u.
Smith emphasises the inner rather than institutional dimensions of these religions and gives special attention to zen, tibetan buddhism, sufism, and the teachings of jesus. I purchased this book by huston smith for my world religions class. That popularity, coupled with smiths sterling reputation buoyed by his recent fivepart pbs series on religion with bill moyers will propel sales. The worlds religions, by beloved author and pioneering professor huston smith, is the definitive classic for introducing the essential elements and teachings of the worlds predominant faiths, including hinduism, buddhism, confucianism, taoism, judaism, christianity, islam, as well as regional native traditions. Originally titled the religions of man, this completely revised and updated edition of smith s masterpiece, now with an engaging new foreword, explores the essential elements and teachings of the worlds predominant faiths, including. Huston smith, professor of philosophy at washington university, st. Huston smith, a christian, is a child of missionaries who has lived in many parts of the world. He had authored at least thirteen books on worlds religions and philosophy, and his book the worlds religions sold over three million copies as of 2017 and remains a popular introduction to comparative religion. The common vision of the worlds religions, beyond the postmodern mind, and why religion matters. Louis, has such a high regard for man, he is able to give us a book about mans major religions that an intelligent reader may. Born and raised in suzhou, china in a methodist missionary family, huston smith moved back to the united st. Hudson institute is a 501c3 organization financed by tax deductible contributions from private individuals, corporations, foundations, and by government grants.
Smith was born in suzhou, china to methodist missionaries and spent his first 17 years there. He is a current professor emeritus of philosophy and religion at syracuse university. He dedicates a chapter in this book to each of the worlds major religions. Jun 06, 2018 huston smith was a religious scholar who died at the age of 97 in the u.
Huston smith 1919 2016 is one of the worlds foremost scholars on world religions and his book the worlds religions is the bestselling book in its field, having sold over 2 million copies. He taught at the universities of colorado and denver from 19441947, moving to washington university in st. Although many define his work as comparative religion. When digital photography came of age, he renewed his efforts in the photographic portion of his hobbies. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. During his career, smith intensely studied vedanta. Huston cummings smith is a religious studies scholar in the united states. Our great wisdom traditions by smith, huston and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. If you have an questions or comments, please contact us. Read the appropriate material in huston smiths book and in this study guide well in advance of the session. He convincingly conveys the unique appeal and gifts of each of the traditions and reveals their hold on the human heart and imagination. With stories and personal anecdotes, smith not only presents the basic beliefs and essential teachings of christianity, but argues why religious belief matters in todays secular world. Renowned world religions scholar huston smith says, every society and religion has rules, for both have moral laws. Coronavirus insights and analysis as leaders in the united states and around the world work to combat the spread of covid19, the impact of the virus has only.
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