Encyclopedia of Religion and Ethics V5

The Encyclopedia of Religion and Ethics V5 is a comprehensive reference book that explores various aspects of religion and ethics. Written by James Hastings, this book is the fifth volume in the series and covers a wide range of topics, including religious beliefs, practices, and traditions from different cultures and civilizations. The book is organized into different sections, each of which covers a specific aspect of religion and ethics. The first section provides an overview of the history of religion and its role in society. The second section explores the different religious traditions, beliefs, and practices of various cultures, including Christianity, Judaism, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism, and many others. The third section of the book focuses on the ethical principles and values that underpin various religious beliefs and practices. It covers topics such as morality, justice, compassion, and social responsibility. The fourth section examines the relationship between religion and science, including the debate over evolution and creationism. The Encyclopedia of Religion and Ethics V5 is a valuable resource for scholars, researchers, and students interested in the study of religion and ethics. It provides a comprehensive and detailed overview of the subject matter, making it an essential reference book for anyone interested in understanding the role of religion and ethics in society.1908. Volume 5 of 24 - Burial to Chams. 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.