Readings in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam

by John Corrigan, Frederick M. Denny, Carlos M.N. Eire

A comparative introduction to significant readings found in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. The book covers a wide range of historical periods up to the present day. The readings explore six major themes from the perspective of each tradition. The six major themes includes coverage of: Scripture and Tradition; Monotheism; Authority and Community; Worship and Ritual; Ethics; and Religion and the Political Order. For anyone interested in Western Religious Traditions in Religion or HIstory Departments.

Genres: Religion, Judaism

400 pages, Paperback

First published January 15, 1998

About the author

John Corrigan is the Lucius Moody Bristol Distinguished Professor of Religion and Professor of History at Florida State University. He is author or editor of several books, including The Oxford Handbook of Religion and Emotion.

Reviews

[Haley Moreau]

It helped me understand Judiasm and Islam from a new light. Made me a little more understanding and open minded.