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This comprehensive volume brings together a distinguished editorial team, including some of the field s pioneers, to explore the aims, practice, and historical context of interfaith collaboration.

The Blackwell Companion to Paul presents a distinctive dual focus approach that encompasses both the historical Paul and the history of Paul's influence. In doing so, expert contributors successfully address the interests of students of early Christianity and those of Christian theology.

This comprehensive volume brings together a team of distinguished scholars to create a wide-ranging introduction to patristic authors and their contributions to not only theology and spirituality, but to philosophy, ecclesiology, linguistics, hagiography, liturgics, homiletics, iconology, and other fields.

"This magnificent collection completely re-imagines the vast and well-trodden field of the Bible and Literature. From Chaucer to T.S. Eliot, The Blackwell Companion to the Bible in English Literature offers a compelling narrative of how the English literary tradition has itself used, re-written and re-visioned sacred texts.

The Wiley-Blackwell Companion to Christian Mysticism presents a comprehensive and engaging account of the origins and evolution of Christian mysticism right up to the current day, discussing the mystics, their texts, and the movements they inspired.

Provides a broad and deep survey of Roman Catholic life and thought, updated and expanded throughoutThe Wiley Blackwell Companion to Catholicism provides an authoritative overview of the history, doctrine, practices, and expansion of Catholicism. Written by a group of distinguished scholars, this comprehensive reference work offers an illuminating account of the global, historical, and cultural phenomena of Catholicism. Accessible chapters address central topics in the practice of Catholic theology and the development of doctrine, including God and Jesus Christ, creation and Church, the Virgin Mary, the sacraments, moral theology, eschatology, and more. Throughout the text, the authors illustrate the unity and diversity of Catholic life and thought while highlighting the ways Catholicism overlaps with, and transforms, other ways of living and thinking.Now in its second edition, The Wiley Blackwell Companion to Catholicism is fully updated to include recent developments in the study of Catholicism. Extensively revised and expanded chapters, many of which written by new authors, address contemporary issues such as theology and politics, environmentalism, and the clerical sexual abuse crisis. Entirely new chapters cover the early modern Church, the Bible in Catholic theology, the Eastern Catholic churches, liturgy, care for creation, the consecrated life, challenges for the Catholic Church, and more.An informed and engaging intellectual journey through the past and present of Roman Catholicism, The Wiley Blackwell Companion to Catholicism:* Illustrates the diversity of modern Catholic life and thought* Describes Catholics in different lands, including the Holy Land, India, Africa, Europe, the British Isles, Asia, Oceania, and the Americas* Surveys spirituality and ecumenism, inter-religious dialog, Catholic schools and hospitals, art and the sciences, the Holy See, and other central Catholic institutions and practices* Covers major eras in Catholic history, from the Scriptures and the early Church to Post-Modernity* Features new material on diverse practices of Catholicism across cultures, the global dimensions of the Catholic Church, race and ethnicity, and Eastern Catholic ChurchesThe Wiley Blackwell Companion to Catholicism, Second Edition, is the ideal textbook for surveys classes on Catholicism and Catholic theology in Catholic, Protestant, and non-confessional colleges and universities. It is also an invaluable resource for scholars and general readers interested in broadening their knowledge of Catholicism.

An incisive and original collection of the most engaging issues in contemporary comparative theologyIn The Wiley Blackwell Companion to Comparative Theology, a team of distinguished scholars delivers a one-of-a-kind collection of essays on comparative theology. Honoring the groundbreaking work of Francis X. Clooney, S.J.--whose contributions to theology and religion will endure for generations--the included works explore seven key subjects in comparative theology, including its theory, method, history, influential contemporary developments, and potentially fruitful avenues for future discussion.The editors provide essays that reflect on the critical, theoretical, and methodological aspects of comparative theology, as well as constructive and critical appraisals of Francis Clooney's scholarship. Over forty original contributions from internationally recognized scholars and insightful newcomers to the field are included within. Readers will also find:* Insightful discussions of the larger implications of comparative theology beyond the discipline itself, especially as it relates to educational programs, institutions, and post-carceral life* Robust promotion of the research methods and critical thinking present in Francis Clooney's work* Practical discussions of the most pressing challenges and opportunities facing theological researchers today* Papers from leading contributors located around the globe, including emerging voices from the global southPerfect for advanced undergraduate and graduate students of theology and religious studies, The Wiley Blackwell Companion to Comparative Theology will also benefit scholars with an interest in comparative religion, interreligious studies, and interreligious theology.

An incisive and original collection of the most engaging issues in contemporary comparative theologyIn The Wiley Blackwell Companion to Comparative Theology, a team of distinguished scholars delivers a one-of-a-kind collection of essays on comparative theology. Honoring the groundbreaking work of Francis X. Clooney, S.J.--whose contributions to theology and religion will endure for generations--the included works explore seven key subjects in comparative theology, including its theory, method, history, influential contemporary developments, and potentially fruitful avenues for future discussion.The editors provide essays that reflect on the critical, theoretical, and methodological aspects of comparative theology, as well as constructive and critical appraisals of Francis Clooney's scholarship. Over forty original contributions from internationally recognized scholars and insightful newcomers to the field are included within. Readers will also find:* Insightful discussions of the larger implications of comparative theology beyond the discipline itself, especially as it relates to educational programs, institutions, and post-carceral life* Robust promotion of the research methods and critical thinking present in Francis Clooney's work* Practical discussions of the most pressing challenges and opportunities facing theological researchers today* Papers from leading contributors located around the globe, including emerging voices from the global southPerfect for advanced undergraduate and graduate students of theology and religious studies, The Wiley Blackwell Companion to Comparative Theology will also benefit scholars with an interest in comparative religion, interreligious studies, and interreligious theology.

The Blackwell Companion to Christian Spirituality is a comprehensive single-volume introduction to Christian spirituality that takes a thoroughly interdisciplinary, broadly ecumenical approach.

The Blackwell Companion to Catholicism offers an extensive survey of the history, doctrine, practices, and global circumstances of Roman Catholicism, written by a range of distinguished and experienced Catholic writers.

Investigates the formation of Protestant identity, looking at its historical development across Europe, North America, Asia, Australasia, and Africa. This work gives the interaction of Protestantism with different areas of modern life, including the arts, politics, the law, and science.

Presents the comprehensive English-language survey of Zoroastrianism, one of the oldest living religions. This book presents Zoroastrianism as a cluster of dynamic historical and contextualized phenomena, reflecting the current trend to move away from textual essentialism in the study of religion.

An accessible and up-to-date survey of scholarly thinking about Hinduism, perfect for courses on Hinduism or world religionsThe Wiley-Blackwell Companion to Hinduism examines the historical trajectories that have led to the modern religion of Hinduism. Covering main themes such as philosophy, practice, society, and science, this comprehensive volume brings together a variety of approaches and perspectives in Hindu Studies to help readers better appreciate the richness, complexity, and diversity of Hinduism. Essays by acknowledged experts in the field present historical accounts of all major traditions, analyze key texts, engage with Hindu theology and philosophy, address contemporary questions of colonialism and identity, and more. Throughout the text, the authors highlight the links, common threads, and issues that reoccur in the history of Hinduism.Fully revised and updated, the second edition of the Companion incorporates the most recent scholarship and reflects the trend away from essentialist understandings of Hinduism. New chapters examine the Goddess tradition, Hindu diaspora, Hinduism and inter-religious comparison, Hindu philosophy, and Indian astronomy, medicine, language, and mathematics. This edition places further emphasis on the importance of region-specific studies in analyzing Hinduism, discusses important theoretical issues, and offers fresh perspectives on current discourse in Hindu society and politics.* Provides a thorough overview of major texts, their histories, and the traditions that preserve them* Describes the major textual traditions in Sanskrit with examples in different Indian vernacular languages* Addresses major issues and contemporary debates about the nature and study of Hinduism* Discusses the importance of systematic, rational thinking in Indian sciences, philosophy, and theology* Examines key socio-political themes in Hinduism that are of particular relevance to the modern worldThe Wiley-Blackwell Companion to Hinduism, Second Edition is an excellent text for undergraduate courses on Hinduism in Religious Studies and Philosophy departments, and an invaluable resource for scholars and researchers in Hindu Studies.

Eine umfassende, innovative und maßgebliche Perspektive der moralischen Betrachtung, basierend auf den Quellen der WeltreligionenIn drei ausführlichen Bänden führt die Encyclopedia of Religious Ethics in grundlegende Fragen der moralischen Betrachtung ein, untersucht die großen Moraltraditionen der Welt und gibt einen Überblick über konkrete moralische Fragen zu einem breiten Spektrum menschlicher Erfahrungen. Die wegweisende Enzyklopädie definiert die Bedeutung, die Aufgabe und die verschiedenen Formen der religiösen Ethik und begleitet den Leser durch eine kritische Betrachtung des religiösen und moralischen Lebens in unterschiedlichen geschichtlichen Epochen, verschiedenen Teilen der Welt und zahlreichen kulturellen Traditionen. Das Werk enthält Beiträge einer außergewöhnlichen Gruppe von Ethikern, Historikern, Theologen, Philosophen, Politiktheoretikern und anderen Experten, die religiöse Quellen heranziehen und kritisch betrachten, um grundlegende Themen der Moraltheorie zu untersuchen und sich mit aktuellen ethischen und politischen Problemen zu befassen.Mit ihrem Bestreben, die moralischen Herausforderungen und Möglichkeiten unseres globalen Zeitalters zu ergründen und zu thematisieren, ist die Enyclopedia of Religious Ethics ein unverzichtbares Werk für alle, die sich für das Verhältnis zwischen Religion und Ethik in der modernen Welt interessieren, und insbesondere für diejenigen, die sich mit vergleichenden Religionswissenschaften, religiöser und vergleichender Ethik und Moraltheorie beschäftigen.

A unique, wide-ranging volume exploring the historical, religious, cultural, political, and social aspects of Christian martyrdomAlthough a well-studied and researched topic in early Christianity, martyrdom had become a relatively neglected subject of scholarship by the latter half of the 20th century. However, in the years following the attack on the Twin Towers on September 11, 2001, the study of martyrdom has experienced a remarkable resurgence. Heightened cultural, religious, and political debates about Islamic martyrdom have, in a large part, prompted increased interest in the role of martyrdom in the Christian tradition. The Wiley Blackwell Companion to Christian Martyrdom is a comprehensive examination of the phenomenon from its beginnings to its role in the present day. This timely volume presents essays written by 30 prominent scholars that explore the fundamental concepts, key questions, and contemporary debates surrounding martyrdom in Christianity.Broad in scope, this volume explores topics ranging from the origins, influences, and theology of martyrdom in the early church, with particular emphasis placed on the Martyr Acts, to contemporary issues of gender, identity construction, and the place of martyrdom in the modern church. Essays address the role of martyrdom after the establishment of Christendom, especially its crucial contribution during and after the Reformation period in the development of Christian and European national-building, as well as its role in forming Christian identities in Asia, Africa, and the Americas. This important contribution to Christian scholarship:* Offers the first comprehensive reference work to examine the topic of martyrdom throughout Christian history* Includes an exploration of martyrdom and its links to traditions in Judaism and Islam* Covers extensive geographical zones, time periods, and perspectives* Provides topical commentary on Islamic martyrdom and its parallels to the Christian church* Discusses hotly debated topics such as the extent of the Roman persecution of early ChristiansThe Wiley Blackwell Companion to Christian Martyrdom is an invaluable resource for scholars and students of religious studies, theology, and Christian history, as well as readers with interest in the topic of Christian martyrdom.

The most comprehensive and up-to-date English-language guide on hadith scholarshipThe source of much of our knowledge of the first two centuries of Islamic history, the hadith literature is made up of thousands of traditions collected during the formative years of Islam. Alongside the Qur'an, the hadith forms a second major body of Islamic scripture, and much of Islamic belief and practice rests on the hadith including Islamic law, Islamic theology, Qur'anic interpretation, political thought, and personal behavior. Yet despite its importance to Muslims worldwide and its indispensable role as a source for early Islamic history, the hadith remains unexplored territory for many non-specialist readers.The Wiley Blackwell Companion to the Hadith is a concise yet comprehensive overview of both Islamic and Western traditions of hadith study, offering up-to-date scholarship and providing readers with an essential guide to this distinctive aspect of Islam.Written by a multidisciplinary team of distinguished scholars, the Companion discusses questions of authenticity, epistemology and authority in the hadith and explores the relationship of the hadith literature to other ways of transmitting knowledge and establishing authority.* Covers the origins of hadith, the application of hadith within the Islamic intellectual tradition, and contemporary revaluations of hadith literature* Addresses developments in modern scholarship about the origins of Islam and Islamic law which are rooted in a revaluation of hadith* Presents new and groundbreaking research from international scholars from divergent perspectives to present an accurate and lively overview of the field* Explores the emergence of skepticism about hadith among western scholars* Surveys the evolution of a wide range of approaches to hadith among modern MuslimsFilling a significant gap in current literature in the field, The Wiley Blackwell Companion to the Hadith is a valuable resource for students, scholars, and researchers in Islamic studies, Islamic law, history, and theology.

The Wiley Blackwell Companion to Religion and Materiality provides a thoughtfully organized, inclusive, and vibrant project of the multiple ways in which religion and materiality intersect. The contributions explore the way that religion is shaped by, and has shaped, the material world, embedding beliefs, doctrines, and texts into social and cultural contexts of production, circulation, and consumption.The Companion not only contains scholarly essays but has an accompanying website to demonstrate the work of performers, architects, and expressive artists, ranging from musicians and dancers to religious practitioners. These examples offer specific illustrations of the interplay of religion and materiality in everyday life. The project is organized from a comparative perspective, highlighting examples and case studies from traditions originating in both East and West. To summarize, the volume:* Brings together the leading figures, theories and ideas in the field in a systematic and comprehensive way* Offers an interdisciplinary approach drawing together religious studies, anthropology, archaeology, history, sociology, geography, the cognitive sciences, ecology, and media studies* Takes a comparative perspective, covering all the major faith traditions

Offers a comprehensive survey and interpretation of contemporary Christian political theology in a newly revised and expanded editionThis book presents the latest thinking on the topic of contemporary Christian political theology, with original and constructive essays that represent a range of opinions on various topics. With contributions from expert scholars in the field, it reflects a broad range of methodologies, ecclesial traditions, and geographic and social locations, and provides a sense of the diversity of political theologies. It also addresses the primary resources of the Christian tradition, which theologians draw on when constructing political theologies, and surveys some of the most important figures and movements in political theology. This revised and expanded edition provides the most comprehensive and accessible introduction to this lively and growing area of Christian theology.Organized into five sections, Wiley Blackwell Companion to Political Theology, Second Edition addresses the many changes that have occurred over the last 15 years within the field of political theology. It features new essays that address social developments and movements, such as Anglican Social Thought, John Milbank, Anabaptist Political Theologies, African Political Theologies, Postcolonialism, Political Economy, Technology and Virtuality, and Grass-roots Movements. The book also includes a new essay on the reception of Liberation Theology.* Offers essays on topics such as the Trinity, atonement, and eschatology* Features contributions from leading voices in the field of political theology* Includes all-new entries covering fresh developments and movements like the urgency of climate change, virtuality and the digital age, the economic crisis of 2008, the discourse of religion and violence, and new modalities of war* Addresses some important social movements from a theological point of view including postmodernism, grass-roots movements, and more* Provides both Islamic and Jewish responses to political theologyWritten for academics and students of political theology, Wiley Blackwell Companion to Political Theology, 2nd Edition is an enlightening read that offers a wide range of authoritative essays from some of the most notable scholars in the field.

The Wiley Blackwell Companion to Religion and Politics in the U.S. provides a broad, inclusive, and rich range of chapters, in the study of religion and politics. Arranged in their historical context, chapters address themes of history, law, social and religious movements, policy and political theory.* Broadens the parameters of this timely subject, and includes the latest work in the field* Draws together newly-commissioned essays by distinguished authors that are cogent for scholars, while also being in a style that is accessible to students.* Provides a balanced and inclusive approach to religion and politics in the U.S.* Engages diverse perspectives from various discourses about religion and politics across the political and disciplinary spectra, while placing them in their larger historical context

In the face of the current environmental crisis-which clearly has moral and spiritual dimensions-members of all the world's faiths have come to recognize the critical importance of religion's relationship to ecology.

In the face of the current environmental crisis which clearly has moral and spiritual dimensions members of all the world s faiths have come to recognize the critical importance of religion s relationship to ecology.

The Companion to Ancient Israel offers an innovative overview of ancient Israelite culture and history, richly informed by a variety of approaches and fields. Distinguished scholars provide original contributions that explore the tradition in all its complexity, multiplicity and diversity.

The Blackwell Companion to Jesus features a comprehensive collection of essays that explore the diverse ways in which Jesus has been imagined or portrayed from the beginnings of Christianity to the present day.

The Wiley-Blackwell Companion to World Christianity presents a collection of essays that explore a range of topics relating to the rise, spread, and influence of Christianity throughout the world.

The Wiley Blackwell Companion to East and Inner Asian Buddhism is a collection of 26 original and outstanding contributions, tracing key historical trajectories and examining the growth of diverse traditions. It features a broad range of viewpoints and methods adopted by foremost experts working in the field of Buddhist studies.

Explore a rigorous but accessible guide to contemporary approaches to the study of religion from leading voices in the fieldThe Wiley Blackwell Companion to the Study of Religion delivers an expert and insightful analysis of modern perspectives on the study of religion across the humanities and the social sciences. Presupposing no knowledge of the approaches examined in the collection, the book is ideal for undergraduate students who have yet to undertake extensive study in the humanities or social sciences.The book includes perspectives from those in fields as diverse as globalization, cognitive science, the study of emotion, law, esotericism, sex and gender, functionalism, terror, the comparative method, modernism, and postmodernism. Many of the topics covered in the book clearly hail from religious studies, while others are grounded in other areas of academia.All of the chapters contained within are written by recognized authors who show how their chosen discipline contributes to the understanding of the phenomenon of religion. This book also includes topics like:* A comprehensive exploration of multiple approaches to religious study, including anthropology, economics, literature, phenomenology, philosophy, psychology, sociology, and theology* A review of various topics germane to the study of religion, including the study of the body, cognitive science, the comparative method, death and the afterlife, law, magic, music, and myth* A selection of subjects touching on modern trends in extremism and violence, including chapters on terror and violence, fundamentalism, and nationalism* A discussion of the influence of modernism and postmodernism in religionIdeal for undergraduate, graduate, and postgraduate students in humanities and social science programs taking courses on religion and myth, The Wiley Blackwell Companion to the Study of Religion will also earn a place in the libraries of specialists working in the fields of Religious Studies, Theology, Sociology, Anthropology, Psychology, Political Science, History, and Philosophy.