Encyclopedia of Religion and Ethics V1

The Encyclopedia of Religion and Ethics, Volume 1, is a comprehensive reference work that provides a detailed exploration of the world's religions and ethical systems. Edited by James Hastings, this volume covers topics such as the history of religion, the nature of God, the role of religion in society, and the ethical principles that guide human behavior. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on the various religious traditions of the world, including Christianity, Islam, Judaism, Hinduism, Buddhism, and many others. The second part of the book examines ethical systems and their impact on society, including topics such as ethics in business, politics, and medicine. The Encyclopedia of Religion and Ethics, Volume 1, is an invaluable resource for scholars, students, and anyone interested in understanding the complex and diverse nature of religion and ethics.1908. Volume 1 of 24 - Abandonment to Ancestor-Worship (Indian). The encyclopedia will contain articles on all the religions of the world and on all the great systems of ethics. It will aim at containing articles on every religious belief or custom, and on every ethical movement, every philosophical idea, every moral practice. Includes such persons and places that are famous in the history of religion and morals. Only once or twice will a question be raised that will not be discussed within this collection.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.