The Sacred Quest: An Invitation to the Study of Religion

by Lawrence S. Cunningham, John Kelsay

This text provides a thematic and comparative approach to the study of religion. The focus of individual chapters gives equal weight to both theoretical issues and to practices as they are reflected in the major religions of the world. It examines the main ideas that characterize all religious thought and practice, focusing on such fundamental topics as ritual, sacred language, ethics, salvation, and the problem of evil.

Genres: Religion, School, Textbooks, Theology, Nonfiction

176 pages, Paperback

First published December 31, 1991

Reviews

[Reiden]

This was for a religion class I was taking. The best part of the book was the length (very short for a school book). I'm usually able to stay engaged with text book reading, not so with this one. It was to vague and overly accepting. Nothing that really drew me in, except a few places where I spotted contradictions. Would not recommend this one for a fun read, unless you are stranded somewhere with this book, and this book only. Having said this, I can't be too upset with it based again on its refreshingly short length.

[Isaac Ehrlich]

A decently written book with some interesting perspectives. The Sacred Quest's treatment of religion, both from the East and the West, is complex.

[Bonnijean Marley]

Clearly written in an understandable style

[Amy]

Solid book for an Intro to Religious Studies course, especially when supplemented with additional readings.

[Grace]

read for class

[Reagan Crook]

An incredible book that helps readers view religion from a scholarly point of view!

[Galen Turner]

A good, if dry, introduction to the academic study of religion.

[David]

A concise introduction to the great religions of the world.