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Religion in China

Religion in China

deGroot, J. J. M.

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Comparative ReligionChinese HistoryGeneral Eastern Religions

ISBN10: 1161404775
ISBN13: 9781161404777
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: May 23 2010
Pages: 344
Weight: 1.79
Height: 0.81 Width: 7.00 Depth: 10.00
Language: English
Religion in China by J. J. M. DeGroot is a comprehensive exploration of the religious traditions and practices in China. The book delves into the history, beliefs, and rituals of various religions in China, including Confucianism, Taoism, Buddhism, and folk religions.DeGroot provides an overview of the religious landscape in China, discussing the influence of different religions on Chinese culture and society. He also examines the role of religion in Chinese politics and the ways in which religious beliefs have been used to shape Chinese identity.The book covers a wide range of topics, including the origins of Chinese religion, the development of different religious traditions, the role of temples and religious institutions, and the impact of religion on Chinese art and literature. DeGroot also explores the ways in which Chinese religion has evolved over time, adapting to changing social and political circumstances.Overall, Religion in China is an insightful and informative guide to the complex and diverse religious traditions of China. It offers a nuanced understanding of the role of religion in Chinese culture and society, and provides valuable insights into the rich history and traditions of this fascinating country.1912. This volume is the American Lectures on the History of Religions series of 1910-1911 and represents universism, a key to the study of Taoism and Confucianism. The object of the writer of this book is to exhibit his view of the primitive and fundamental element of Chinese religion and ethics. That view is based on independent research into the ancient literature of China and into the actual state of her religion. Contents: Tao or order of the universe; Tao of man; perfection, holiness, or divinity; asceticism, prolongation of life, immortality; worship of the universe; social and political universism; Fung-shui.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.

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