The illustrated worlds religions huston smith paperback. Retaining all the beloved qualities of huston smith s classic the religions of man and the current fully revised and updated the world s religions, this stunning pictorial presentation refines the. I listened to the lectures and they were wonderful. I dont regret listening to it but i sure would like to have the actual book on audio. In fact, in the lectures, smith recommends and refers to his book.
Our great wisdom traditions was originally published in 1958. Stream and download audiobooks to your computer, tablet or mobile phone. Its such a respected book that its often used as a university textbook in world religion classes. Understanding the worlds religions can be led by ministers, laypersons, or a combination. Huston smith s the world s religions our great wisdom traditions chapter iii.
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Huston smith, a pioneering teacher of world religions whose knowledge and respect for the traditions of the major faiths attracted millions of readers, has died. 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. Remembering huston smith, noted worlds religions scholar. Always update books hourly, if not looking, search in the book search column. Huston cummings smith born may 31, 1919 is among the preeminent religious studies scholars in the united states. These citations may not conform precisely to your selected citation.
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