Eastern Religions

Amman: Wakeel Books, 2002. It is now obvious that something has gone very wrong in the West, and that psychological and social alternatives have become pressing issues. In this timely book, Dr. Badawi reminds us that Islam has a historically verifiable track record for heating social chaos and individual tragedy. Sadly, the principles of Islam have all too often been suppressed by the deluge of educational materials, media and socio-economic strangulation from the West. Dr Badawi provides a powerful overview of the Islamic metaphysics and unearths its spiritual, social and ethnic values as well as a diagnosis of the modern man. This is an urgent piece of writing about what we human beings are and where we are. . ISBN: 9957230212. D/J in Protective Wrapper. Revised and Expanded Edition. Cloth. As New/As New. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. ISLAM FAITH RELIGION PHILOSOPHY. more information

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Calcutta: Seagull Books, 2002. Taking its title from Karl Marx's description of religion as 'the general theory of this world...[and] its logic in a popular form', this volume of essays explores the hidden logic behind the popular construction of certain myths, beliefs about godlings and spirits, and cross-religious cults, viewing them as popular inventions attempting to make sense of human existence in the face of an overwhelming and often hostile environment. These religious manifestations of popular logic are fluid, ever-changing, and always innovative. They represent an alternative stream running parallel to, and often challenging, the more strictly structured beliefs and practices of the Indian religious establishments, whether Hindu, Islamic or Christian. The essays in this book are an attempt to rediscover some of the important aspects of this multi-faceted phenomenon of popular religion in the context of nineteenth-century Bengal, including tracing the impact of urbanisation, colonialism, and nationalism. 233pp.Tail of spine dented ,slight marking to boards,corners bumped.. ISBN: 8170461626. Cloth. Good/Good. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. RELIGION BENGAL EASTERN INDIA. more information

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New Jersey: The Light Inc., 2006. Religion guides humanity to what is good and right firstly through belief. The strength and durability of a true belief and pure faith depend upon worship. This book seeks to explore the divine institution of fasting in Islam by providing comprehensive information on its place in Islamic worship, and on the fasting month of Ramadan. It covers: fasting in Islam and other faiths; merits and benefits of fasting; types of fasts; charity in Ramadan; and, fasting and health.. ISBN: 1932099948. Paperback. New/No d/j as Published. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. FASTING FASTS AND FEASTS_ISLAM. more information

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London: Kluwer Law International, 2000. This yearbook provides a definitive source of reference on Islamic law and modern Middle Eastern legal systems. This fifth volume highlights the key legal developments. 598pp.. ISBN: 9041113207. First Edition. Cloth. As New/No d/j as Published. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. LAW RELIGION ISLAM REFERENCE YEARBOOKS. more information

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Brighton: Sussex Academic Press, 2005. In its rich evolution from antiquity to present times, Chinese religion has encompassed manifold religious expressions. Taoism is one facet of Chinese religion, and exemplifies particularly well the variety of beliefs and practices that humankind has adopted and experienced in the search for answers to both ultimate and proximate questions about life and death. This book explores the different pathways Taoism took in that search, touching at many points on the other interrelated facets of Chinese religion in Confucianism, Buddhism and popular religion. The mystical, philosophical traditions of Taoism are analysed, as well as the more colourful and overtly religious strands of Taoism.342pp.N.B.Slight crease to rear cover corner.. ISBN: 1845190866. First Paperback Edition. Paperback. As New/No d/j as Published. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. TAOISM BUDDHISM RELIGION. more information

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Eastbourne: Sussex Academic Press, 2008. This book brings together the studies of Jeaneane Fowler in Taoism, Chinese popular religion and the broader canvas of Chinese cosmogony, and those of Merv Fowler in Confucianism, Ch'an (Zen) Buddhism and Pure Land Buddhism. "Chinese Religions" requires no previous knowledge and thereby serves as an introduction to the religions of China, and places it in the wider context of Chinese history and philosophy. The facets of Chinese religions are as broad, multilayered and varied as the geographical vastness of China itself, yet so many Chinese beliefs have found their way into the West - the theory of yin and yang, the I Ching, the Tao Te Ching are good examples. One of the greatest characteristics of Chinese religions is that they encompass virtually every avenue of religious thought throughout the long span of Chinese pre-historic and historical pathways. 320pp.. ISBN: 9781845191726. First Edition. Paperback. New/No d/j as Published. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. THEOLOGY RELIGION TAOISM ZEN BUDDHISM. more information

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Brighton: Sussex Academic Press, 2009. In 1983, a tiny group of people in Cardiff and a married couple in Aberporth West Wales were the only Welsh members of Soka Gakkai International, a Japanese movement based on the beliefs and teachings of the 13th century Buddhist, Nichiren Daishonin. Today, there are hundreds of members in Wales and the Borders. This book examines the history of the movement in these two areas, and draws on original research gleaned from the members themselves. The research elicits facets of their faith, practices, and study, as well as their testimonies to the success of such beliefs and practices in their daily lives. The book combines the twin goals of academic analysis of the Buddhism of Nichiren Daishonin in general with the warmth of its expression in the lives of its adherents in Wales and the Borders. 283pp.. ISBN: 9781845192587. First Edition. Paperback. New/No d/j as Published. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. BUDDHISM RELIGION SPIRITUALITY MIND BODY SPIRIT. more information

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The Hague: Kluwer Law International, 2001. Practitioners and academics dealing with the Middle East can turn to the "Yearbook of Islamic and Middle Eastern Law" for an instant source of information on the developments over an entire year in the region. The Yearbook covers Islamic and non-Islamic legal subjects, including the laws themselves, of some 20 Arab and other Islamic countries. The publication's practical features include: articles on current topics; country surveys reflecting important new legislation and amendments to existing legislation per country; the text of a selection of documents and important court cases; a "Notes and News" section; and book reviews. The Yearbook is edited by the Chairman and the Director of the Centre for Islamic and Middle Eastern Studies at SOAS in London. The leading experts in the field select each piece of information. Every library and university department aiming to cover Islamic law or the Laws of the Middle East should like to include this comprehensive publication. 539pp. . ISBN: 9041115714. First Edition. Cloth. As New/No d/j as Published. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. LAW RELIGION ISLAM MIDDLE EAST. more information

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Santa Fe: Clear Light Publishers, 2002. 190pp.. ISBN: 1574160656. First Edition. Cloth. New/New. Folio - over 12" - 15" tall. D/J in Protective Wrapper. BUDDHISM_CHINA_TIBET HIMALAYA MOUNTAINS TIBET (CHINA)_DESCRIPTION. more information

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Bristol: The Book Foundation, 2006. THE BOOK OF NATURE is an anthology of spiritual perspectives on nature and the environment, highlighting the human role in honoring and maintaining the balance. Part One looks at the "Basic Principles" of Unity, Interdependence, Power & Beauty, Communication, Adaptability, Creativity & Transformation, Endurance & Rejuvenation. Part Two includes sections on the Four Elements and The Communities (Species) of Life. The Final Section is "Caring for God's Creation." From the Muslim perspective, Nature is the Book of God, open before us, from which there is much to learn. While themes from the Qur'an introduce each chapter, The Book of Nature also includes the wisdom of other faith traditions, as well as insights from individuals whose sensitivity to the natural world can assist in reawakening our own.491pp.. ISBN: 1904510159. Paperback. As New/No d/j as Published. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. RELIGION ISLAM NATURE. more information

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Oregon: White Cloud Press, 2007. Professor Michael Sells has captured the complexity, power, and poetry of the early suras of the Qur'an, the sacred scripture of Islam. "Approaching the Qur'an" presents brilliant translations of the short, hymnic chapters, or suras, associated with the first revelations to the Prophet Muhammad. Most of these early revelations appear at the end of the written text and are commonly reached only by the most resolute reader of existing English translations. These suras contain some of the most powerful prophetic and revelatory passages in religious history. They offer the vision of a meaningful and just life that anchors the religion of one-fifth of the world's inhabitants. "Approaching the Qur'an" is enriched by the inclusion of a compact disc recording of Quranic reciters chanting several of the early suras, allowing readers an opportunity to hear the Qur'an in its original form. The book includes Sells' 'Introduction to the Qur'an', commentaries of the suras, a glossary of technical terms, and chapters discussing the sound nature and gender aspects of the Arabic text. 236pp.Complete with CD.. ISBN: 1883991692. Second Edition. Paperback. New/No d/j as Published. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. KORAN QURAN RELIGION ISLAM. more information

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Cambridge: Polity Press, 2004. Milton Edwards offers an account of key contemporary concepts and debates that focus on the relationship between Islam and topical issues including politics, protest and opposition, violence, the West, democracy, the state and women. Giving an broad global overview the author includes a range of first hand interviews with major Islamic figures and leaders of movements. Milton Edwards charts the development of a political trend in Islam throughout the twentieth century and explores its myriad dimensions. The author also explores the prospects for political Islam in the new millennium. With further reading suggestions, and a glossary, Islam and Politics in the Contemporary World is an indispensable introduction to the subject and will prove invaluable as a textbook for students of politics and religion. 240pp. . ISBN: 0745627129. First Edition. Paperback. As New/No d/j as Published. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. ISLAM AND POLITICS EASTERN RELIGION. more information

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Dyffed: Albert Mohabaty, 2007. 354pp.. ISBN: 9780955545801. Cloth/Laminated Boards. New/No d/j as Published. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. BAHAI RELIGION. more information

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Maine: Weiser Books, 2000. 384pp.. ISBN: 0877289360. First Edition with This Publisher. Paperback. As New/No d/j as Published. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. QABALAH KABBALAH CABBALA RELIGION. more information

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London, United Kingdom: The Octagon Press, 1980. 94pp.. ISBN: 0900860855. Cloth. Very Good/Very Good. 12mo - over 6¾" - 7¾" tall. RELIGION PRAYERBOOKS ISLAM KORAN SUFI. more information

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Canada: Orange Palm Publications, 2007. This title presents text in English, French and Italian. It provides a stunning photographic journey that unveils the changing face of Buddhism throughout the ages. Each photograph that composes this remarkable work of art, is accompanied by a profound thought, translated in three languages (English, French, Italian). Through his superb images and his renowned penmanship, Simhananda leads us on an unedited discovery of the universe of the Buddha. 205pp. . ISBN: 9780973443981. Cloth. New/New. Folio - over 12" - 15" tall. Heavy Item Postage Quote. BUDDHA EASTERN RELIGION PHOTOGRAPHY. more information

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Amherst, New York, U.S.A.: Prometheus Books, 2002. Islam has world-wide influence, and even in the United States is experiencing a period of unprecedented growth. Its sacred book, "The Koran", is the subject of voluminous commentary, yet it rarely receives the kind of objective critical scrutiny that has been applied to the texts of the Bible for over a century. To correct this neglect of objective scholarship, Ibn Warraq has assembled this excellent collection of critical commentaries on "The Koran" published by noted scholars from the beginning of the 20th century to recent times. This outstanding volume will be a welcome resource to interested lay readers and scholars alike. 782pp.. ISBN: 9781573929455. Cloth. New/New. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. RELIGION KORAN ISLAM. more information

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