The Meaning of Life in the World ReligionsNancy M. Martin, Joseph Runzo Covering all the major religious traditions, from Christianity to Confucianism, this authoritative text presents all the understanding, comparative analysis, and philosophical insight necessary for an informed understanding of the meaning of life in the different world faiths. |
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THE RELIGIOUS PERSPECTIVE | 7 |
MEANING AND WESTERN RELIGION | 47 |
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