Description
Book SynopsisThis work examines the religions of the world form the particular perspective of Christianity. It aims to accomplish a dual goal: 1) to provide an introductory review of the historical development of the religions of the world and a description of their belief systems, and 2) to explore avenues for an effective Christian witnessing among those who follow them. Christianity Among the Religions of the World is appropriate for students and educators in Christian colleges, universities, and seminaries.
Trade ReviewDr. Carlos Martin understands Christianity and also other religions. These understandings empower him to write convincingly about world religions and the relationship of Christianity to these belief systems. This book will contribute markedly to the study of world religions but more important, will contribute to the Christian witness to followers of these faiths. -- Dr. Ebbie C. Smith, retired missionary to Indonesia; professor of Christian Ethics and Missions, Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, Ft. Worth, Texas
In this day, Christians and Christian movements must be aware of and in dialogue with followers of the other religions of the world. Dialogue in this statement means communication with the purpose of conversion to Christianity. Dr. Carlos Martin sounds a needed emphasis for the approach to Christians to followers of other beliefs. -- Dr. Daniel R. Sánchez, Associate Dean, Masters Degrees, Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, Ft. Worth, Texas
This is an excellent resource for Christians to understand other religions and their culture, especially in this time of globalization. How I wish it had been available during my years as a missionary. I commend Dr. Martin and personally would not be without this precious volume. -- Dr. Jack J. Blanco, retired missionary tp Africa and the Far East. Dean of the School of Religion, Southern Adventist University, Collegedale, Tenne
Table of ContentsPart 1 Preface Chapter 2 Religion Chapter 3 World Religions Chapter 4 Is There Salvation Outside Christianity? Chapter 5 Evangelism Chapter 6 Hinduism Chapter 7 Christian Witness to Hindus Chapter 8 Jainism Chapter 9 Sikhism Chapter 10 Buddha and His Teachings Chapter 11 Major Buddhist Divisions Chapter 12 Buddhism and Christianity Chapter 13 Introduction to Chinese Religions Chapter 14 Confucianism Chapter 15 Taoism Chapter 16 Shintoism Chapter 17 Christian Witness to the Chinese and Other East Asians Chapter 18 Judaism Chapter 19 Zoroastrianism Chapter 20 Islam Chapter 21 Christian Witness to Muslims Chapter 22 Baha'ism Chapter 23 Christianity Chapter 24 Catholicism Chapter 25 Protestantism Chapter 26 Sects and Cults Found in Christianity Chapter 27 The Secular Mind and Christianity Chapter 28 Traditional Folk Religions Chapter 29 Occultism
