Professor muesse looks at the historical conditions in which the world religions arose and explores how they answered shared metaphysical and human dilemmas. Remembering huston smith, noted worlds religions scholar. His description combines the most uptodate findings of science with the enduring truths of the world s greatest religions, an alignment that offers firm grounds for hope. Author huston smith states emphatically that the book is not one of comparative religions. Written by huston smith, audiobook narrated by huston smith. Smith talked about his book the illustrated worlds religions and how various forms of religion view.
Tales of wonder is the personal story of the author of the classic the worlds. Huston smith is internationally known and revered as the premier teacher of world religions. It describes a broad sweep of religions such as those practiced by the australian aborigines, by the native american indians of north and south america and the religions of the interior. The worlds religions, by beloved author and pioneering professor huston smith tales of wonder, is the definitive classic for introducing the essential e. The first edition of the novel was published in 1958, and was written by huston smith. It is as objective a look as possible at the major religions of the world. I listened to the lectures and they were wonderful. The worlds religions by huston smith, 9780061660184, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Huston smith, at the time, the associate professor of philosophy at washington university. Our great wisdom traditions was originally published in 1958. Huston smith, the man who brought the worlds religions to the west, was born almost a century ago to missionary parents in china during the perilous rise of the communist party. The first college accredited course given on tv in st.
The worlds religions, revised and updated, by huston. His work, the religions of man later revised and retitled the worlds religions, is a. Judaism, taoism, christianity, primal religions, buddhism, confucianism, islam, hinduism by huston smith and sounds true 4. Signin to download and listen to this audiobook today. The fate of the human spirit in an age of disbelief. The worlds religions our great wisdom traditions chapter ii. The worlds religions huston smith audio book torrent free download, 88648. His work, the religions of man later revised and retitled the world s religions, is a classic in the field, with over two million copies sold, and it remains a common introduction to comparative religion. Huston smiths masterpiece explores the essential elements and teachings of the worlds predominant faiths, including hinduism, buddhism, confucianism, taoism, judaism, christianity, islam, and the.
The worlds religions by huston smith is considered a classic in the genre by many. Its such a respected book that its often used as a university textbook in world religion classes. The worlds religions huston smith audiobook online. The world of religion according to huston smith mother jones. Such power as i possess for working in the political field has derived from. Onethird of our western civilization bears the mark of. Smith talked about his book the illustrated worlds religions and how various forms of religion view the forces of good and evil. His recounting of his experiences with gurus, buddhist monks, swamis, sioux chiefs, etc.
As i said before this book tells about the different religions over the world, as i read i saw that smith not only talked about. Distilled from huston smiths monumental work religions of the world audio seminar, and complete with a new, updated. The world of religion according to huston smith smith has devoted his life to the study of christianity, islam, judaism, buddhism, confucianism, and hinduism. Religions of the world audiobook huston smith audible. The illustrated worlds religions huston smith paperback. Listening to him personally talk about his explorations of world religions is interesting and charming. The audiobook is not religions of the world, by huston smith. The worlds religions, revised and updated ebook by huston. Hey everyone, ive been listening to whisper videos for many years now and got my hands on a decent recording device recently so decided to have a bit of fun and make my own. Michaels lenten lecture series on huston smiths the worlds religions. The worlds religions, by beloved author and pioneering professor huston smith tales of wonder, is the definitive classic for introducing the essential elements and teachings of the worlds. The worlds religions by huston smith, paperback barnes. Huston smith recorded these lectures just a few years before his death. However, i was pleasantly surprised to find that these tapes have new material by professor smith.
The worlds religions can best be described by taking note of what it is not. In the big picture, smith draws from his lifetime of scholarship to describe for us the nature of ultimate reality. Listen to tales of wonder audiobook by huston smith. The worlds religions, by beloved author and pioneering professor huston smith tales of wonder, is the definitive classic for introducing the essential elements and teachings of the worlds predominant. These citations may not conform precisely to your selected citation. Stream and download audiobooks to your computer, tablet or mobile phone. Huston cummings smith born may 31, 1919 is among the preeminent religious studies scholars in the united states. Retaining all the beloved qualities of huston smiths classic the religions of man and the current fully revised and updated the worlds religions, this stunning pictorial presentation refines the. The worlds religions our great wisdom traditions chapter vii. He is the focus of a fivepart pbs television series with bill moyers and has taught at washington university, the. Our great wisdom traditions by smith, huston and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Distilled from huston smith s monumental work religions of the world audio seminar, and complete with a new, updated introduction, understanding islam brings a voice of understanding to this most challenging of the wisdom traditions.
He is the focus of a fivepart pbs television series with bill moyers. The book was published in multiple languages including english, consists of 399 pages and is available in paperback format. Religions of the world audio, cassette audiobook, unabridged. I thought this was going to be only an audio reading of huston smith s classic, the worlds religions, which i would have been very happy with. Huston smith discusses their origin, founders and what each teaches as to lifes meaning and the way to its fulfillment. Download and keep this book for free with a 30 day trial.