Jews, Christians, Muslims : A Comparative Introduction to Monotheistic Religions

by Corrigan, John; Denny, Frederick Mathewson; Eire, Carlos; Jaffee, Martin S.

• ISBN13: 9780023250927
• ISBN10: 0023250925
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 1998-01-01
• Publisher: Prentice Hall

Summary

This book compares Judaism, Christianity, and Islam using seven common themes, which are equally relevant to each tradition. Provoking critical thinking, this book addresses the cultural framework of religious meanings. It explores similarities and differences among Judaism, Christianity, and Islam as it explains the ongoing process of interpretation in each religion.A comparative view of monotheistic religions showing the manor in which each has influenced and responded to the others. Provides readers with an opportunity to appreciate how religious change takes place and how traditions are shaped and reshaped including popular religion. Combines a focus on specific themes (scripture, ritual, ethics) with a strong narrative about the historical developments of these themes. Lets the reader see the enduring aspects of each tradition alongside of the changes. A discussion of material culture is presented.. Including an analysis of art and architecture, food, dress, and the organization of space. Written in crisp, clear prose, with a non-technical, casual approach. Includes illustrations, maps, timelines, and glossary.

Table of Contents

Preface	ix
PART I SCRIPTURE AND TRADITION	1	(74)
1. In Judaism	3	(23)
2. In Christianity	26	(26)
3. In Islam	52	(21)
Questions for Discussion and Review	73	(2)
PART II MONOTHEISM	75	(80)
4. In Judaism	77	(28)
5. In Christianity	105	(29)
6. In Islam	134	(18)
Questions for Discussion and Review	152	(3)
PART III AUTHORITY	155	(58)
7. In Judaism	157	(17)
8. In Christianity	174	(21)
9. In Islam	195	(15)
Questions for Discussion and Review	210	(3)
PART IV WORSHIP AND RITUAL	213	(64)
10. In Judaism	215	(20)
11. In Christianity	235	(21)
12. In Islam	256	(18)
Questions for Discussion and Review	274	(3)
PART V ETHICS	277	(64)
13. In Judaism	279	(17)
14. In Christianity	296	(27)
15. In Islam	323	(16)
Questions for Discussion and Review	339	(2)
PART VI MATERIAL CULTURE	341	(78)
16. In Judaism	343	(25)
17. In Christianity	368	(29)
18. In Islam	397	(20)
Questions for Discussion and Review	417	(2)
PART VII RELIGION AND THE POLITICAL ORDER	419	(64)
19. In Judaism	421	(20)
20. In Christianity	441	(22)
21. In Islam	463	(17)
Questions for Discussion and Review	480	(3)
Notes	483	(11)
Glossary	494	(15)
Suggestions for Further Reading	509	(5)
Timeline	514	(11)
Index	525