Chinese religion : a contextual approach
"Chinese Religion: A Contextual Approach is a new introduction to the field of Chinese religion and culture. It seeks to guide readers through some of the primary source material and to introduce them to continuing, contemporary debates and interpretations of religious ideas, concepts and practices in China and beyond. Defining religion as a way of life, this book examines religious beliefs and practices in particular cultural contexts, and highlights the relevance of religion to personal, communal and political life. In this clear account, Xinzhong Yao and Yanxia Zhao move away from the traditional and outmoded definition of Chinese religion, towards a multi-layered hermeneutic of the diverse and yet syncretic nature and functions of religions in China. Additional features include questions for reflection and discussion at the end of each chapter and suggestions for further reading at the end of the book"--Publisher's description
xvii, 226 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm
9781847064752, 9781847064769, 9781472548887, 1847064752, 1847064760, 1472548884
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Setting the context
Religion and Zongjiao
Religion in history
Religion as culture
Religion in family contexts
Religion and state
Religious beliefs
Religious practices
Religion as the way of life
Appendices: A glossary of Chinese characters and terms ; A glossary of Chinese names and texts