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Introduction to the Study of Religion

According to religious studies scholar Jonathan Z. Smith, research on this subject should not adhere to the definitional criteria established by religious "insiders." He argues that there is a longstanding tradition that prioritizes philosophical contemplation over ritual practices and material aspects of religion, such as the historical distinction between Protestants and Catholics. The history of…

An Introduction to Philosophy of Religion

This book comprises a compilation of the author's essays on the philosophy of religion, composed over a span of several years. The discipline of philosophy of religion is a legacy inherited from the Enlightenment Age, involving philosophical analysis of religious and doctrinal concepts and categories. This book features a collection of essays that introduce and…

An Introduction to the Sociology of Religion: Classical and Contemporary Perspectives

Based on rigorous research and supported by documented cases, this book presents an analytical perspective that draws upon the latest advancements in the sociology of religion. It offers a comprehensive overview of sociological theories pertaining to contemporary religious life. This perspective is seldom found in books on the sociology of religion published in Iran. In…

The Infallibility of the Bible for Christians

Christian scholars have long engaged in the critique and examination of the Christian holy scriptures. Yet, as time progresses and we move further away from the early Christian centuries, more significant criticisms of the Bible are being raised by Christians themselves. In fact, it can be argued that the present age is characterized by an…

Households of Prophets in the Bible and the Quran

In Islam, Prophet Muhammad's household holds a revered position and plays a significant role. Additionally, Islam is one of the three Abrahamic religions that, despite their varying degrees of divergence, share many fundamental doctrines. The research question at hand explores whether the similarities extend to the concept and instances of households of other prophets, and…

The Origin of the New Testament: and the most important consequences of the new creation

This book takes a historical approach to examine the actual factors that contributed to the emergence of the New Testament and their implications for Christian beliefs. By critically assessing traditional Christian perspectives on the formation of the New Testament and relying on historical evidence, this book presents original findings and insights that hold special importance.…

Yemeni Houthis: Background and Theological and Political Approaches

The Houthi movement is a Shia-Islamic awakening movement that could revive the intellectual and political identity of Zaydism and reintroduce it into the social sphere. Considering the Houthi movement's ascent to power and their significant role in Yemen's political landscape, alongside their Zaydi affiliations and shared religious and cultural ties with Islamic Iran, it becomes…

Shared Jurisprudential Hadiths: An Analysis of the Principles and Presuppositions of Jurisprudential Hadiths Shared by Both Shia and Sunni Muslims

This book offers an analysis of the principles and underlying assumptions regarding the validity and authoritativeness of jurisprudential hadiths that are shared by the two major Islamic denominations of Sunnism and Shiism. The author begins by providing an overview of the background research on these shared hadiths. The book then explores the concepts of authoritativeness…

Bodies and Souls, or Spirited Bodies (Title in translation: Human nature: the perspective of science, philosophy, and Christian theology)

This book provides a comprehensive examination of diverse perspectives on human nature, encompassing theories proposed by philosophers, empirical scientists, and insights from Christian scripture. This book begins by exploring Christian theological perspectives on human nature, considering the influence of the Trinity theory and the religious reformations that occurred in Christianity following the Middle Ages. It…

Prominent Figures of Andalusia

This book serves as an introduction to the notable figures of Islamic Andalusia, also known as al-Andalus, reflecting the immense cultural richness of this era. The diverse and unparalleled aspects of this culture extend beyond Muslims to include individuals of different religions and ethnicities. The inclusion of Jewish and occasionally Christian figures in this extensive…

This Was Said by the Buddha: Itivuttaka (ancient Buddhist text)

This book is an ancient Buddhist text, part of the renowned Tripiṭaka (Triple Basket) collection. It serves as an introduction to Buddhism. It is important to note that both the Hinayana and Mahayana Buddhist traditions have their own respective religious texts. This particular work belongs to the Hinayana tradition, also known as Theravada. Itivuttaka is…

The Gulen Movement: A Sociological Analysis of a Civic Movement Rooted in Moderate Islam

This book is among the earliest academic works on Fethullah Gülen, the Turkish scholar and orator, as well as the civil movement he has inspired in Turkey and globally. His movement is rooted in moderate Islam and is dedicated to educating the youth, fostering interfaith and intercultural dialogues, providing assistance to those in need, and…
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