Christianity And Comparative Religion

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Today the Eastern religions are evoking more and more interest among those who feel disillusioned ith organized Christianity or dissatisfied with affluent Western society. It is also increasingly necessary that we should have some understanding of the religions of many of our fellow-citizens. Comparative religion has therefore become a subject of practical importance. Professor Anderson here looks at some of the great religions from a number of different angles. Stressing the unique historical event on which the Christian faith is based, he compares the origins, concepts of 'salvation' and views of God found in Christianity and the other world religions.-back cover.