Publisher's Synopsis
Oriental Religions and Their Relation to Universal Religion: Persia V1 is a book written by Samuel Johnson that explores the religious beliefs and practices of Persia. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history of Persian religion, including its origins, development, and influence on other religions. Johnson examines the key figures, texts, and rituals associated with Persian religion, as well as its impact on art, literature, and philosophy. He also discusses the similarities and differences between Persian religion and other major world religions, such as Christianity, Islam, and Hinduism. The book is intended for scholars and students of religion, as well as anyone interested in the history and culture of Persia. It is the first volume in a series that explores the relationship between Oriental religions and universal religion.1884. Other volumes in this set include ISBN number(s): 0766130649. Volume 1 of 2. The author's final volume of his projected work on Oriental religions, the subject matter being Persia. Great pains were taken by the author to verify his authorities, by consulting five or six of the best Orientalists in the world. This volume is considered the masterpiece of the series, exhibiting the evolution of moral sentiment. Contents: advent of the religion of personal will, its elements; development; political forces; philosophies; Islam.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
