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Can Evangelicals Learn from World Religions: Jesus, Revelation & Religious TraditionsCan Evangelicals Learn from World Religions: Jesus, Revelation & Religious Traditions by Gerald McDermott
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fascinating look at some of the ways some wisdom can be found in and appropriated from world religions. A thoughtful work on a subject too often approached with undue suspicion by christians.
Introduction To World ReligionsIntroduction To World Religions by Christopher H. Partridge
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great textbook for really studying world religions. loaded with info, well illustrated as well. top notch contributors.
World Mythology: The Illustrated GuideWorld Mythology: The Illustrated Guide
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very useful and informative compendium of "myths" form several cultures and times. gives explanations and summations as well. mythology is vital for humanities studies, giving perspective to how humans in various times and places have attempted to grasp and tell of reality, the gods and the transcendant. important for a well rounded education.
Eternity in Their HeartsEternity in Their Hearts by Don Richardson
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a most interesting account of the various ways God may have been at work in various cultures and their beliefs in preparation for the gospel of Christ.
The Thinker's Guide to God (Thinker's Guide)The Thinker's Guide to God (Thinker's Guide) by Peter Vardy
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very worthwhile intermediate work on philosophical theology. a very good metaphysical workout for your thought muscles.
Brief Guide to Ideas, ABrief Guide to Ideas, A by William Raeper
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a very helpful tour through important philosophical landmarks down through the centuries. a great survey. gain a wider perspective on important thinkers through time.
Glimpsing the Face of God: The Search for Meaning in the UniverseGlimpsing the Face of God: The Search for Meaning in the Universe by Alister E. McGrath
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ahh! a stimulating, thoughtful work. probes the transcendent, working around to a most interesting take on the christian message of humanity's redemption from the biblical category. a very worthwhile read, a gem!
The Gospel in a Pluralist SocietyThe Gospel in a Pluralist Society by Lesslie Newbigin
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A gold mine of profound thought about the gospel in its relation to the cultural complexities of human existence. A wealth of insight, must reading.
Cultural AnthropologyCultural Anthropology by Paul G. Hiebert
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this work is written by a well known cultural anthropologist who also happens to be a christian.
Cultural Anthropology:  Understanding Ourselves and Others, with Free PowerWebCultural Anthropology: Understanding Ourselves and Others, with Free PowerWeb by Richley H. Crapo
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a decent, well informed text on cultural anthropology. though written from a secular evolutionist perspective, it's still good for learning about the different types of human existence spanning the several kinds of human cultures.
From Africa to Zen: An Invitation to World PhilosophyFrom Africa to Zen: An Invitation to World Philosophy by Kathleen M. Higgins
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a moderately technical, but manageable, study on various life/worldviews from around the globe. good eye opener to the fact that there are many ways to approach reality, at least from a human perspective...
Understanding Folk Religion: A Christian Response to Popular Beliefs and PracticesUnderstanding Folk Religion: A Christian Response to Popular Beliefs and Practices by Paul G. Hiebert
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fascinating study of various "folk" religious beliefs and how to view them from a biblical/christian framework.
An Introduction to the Theology of Religions: Biblical, Historical&Contemporary PerspectivesAn Introduction to the Theology of Religions: Biblical, Historical&Contemporary Perspectives by Veli-Matti Karkkainen
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get a fairly detailed over view of how the bible, and many theologians have handled the idea of "non-biblical/non-christian religions" in relation to biblical redemption. a superb, well rounded study to make one think on these very important issues.
Who Are We?: Theories of Human NatureWho Are We?: Theories of Human Nature by Louis P. Pojman
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good survey of various perspectives on the nature of being human, offers overviews of the subject from world religions and philosophical frameworks.
A Short History of PhilosophyA Short History of Philosophy by Robert C. Solomon
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a packed tour through western and eastern philosophical highlights down through the centuries.
The Case for ReligionThe Case for Religion by Keith Ward
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Deep and penetrating analysis of religion in the human plight. Will really make one think in profound ways.
God's Rivals: Why Has God Allowed Different Religions? Insights from the Bible and the Early ChurchGod's Rivals: Why Has God Allowed Different Religions? Insights from the Bible and the Early Church by Gerald R. McDermott
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Doesn't provide ultimate answers by any means, but it will stimulate needed thought on an important subject.
Transforming Worldviews: An Anthropological Understanding of How People ChangeTransforming Worldviews: An Anthropological Understanding of How People Change by Paul G. Hiebert
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judging by his other works, this is sure to be a very valuable read. Paul Hiebert is an educated cultural anthropologist and also a gospel grasping christian.
Introduction to the Study of ReligionIntroduction to the Study of Religion
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a stimulating and honest look at "religion". contains much insight into the subject from a human point of view.
The Passion of the Western Mind: Understanding the Ideas that Have Shaped Our World ViewThe Passion of the Western Mind: Understanding the Ideas that Have Shaped Our World View by Richard Tarnas
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a fairly intense tour through western thinking and thinkers from ancient times up to the present.
For the Beauty of the Earth: A Christian Vision for Creation Care (Engaging Culture)For the Beauty of the Earth: A Christian Vision for Creation Care (Engaging Culture) by Steven Bouma-Prediger
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think there's no place for ecology care in true biblical christian theology? try this book out...
Making Sense of It All Pascal and the Meaning of LifeMaking Sense of It All Pascal and the Meaning of Life by Thomas V. Morris
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a richly rewarding, thought provoking read. very stimulatiing indeed.
Who Can Be Saved?: Reassessing Salvation in Christ and World ReligionsWho Can Be Saved?: Reassessing Salvation in Christ and World Religions by Terrance L. Tiessen
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a profound, deep, monumental and serious study about salvation in Christ in relation to the "non-christians". heavy duty work on the subject: what about those who have never heard the gospel?, what about adherents to other religions?, what about infants or the mentally impaired?
An Introduction to the Philosophy of ReligionAn Introduction to the Philosophy of Religion by Brian Davies
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a somewhat technical and involved work on philosophical theology. a good book worth working through to get ones metaphysical gears turning.
From Achilles to Christ: Why Christians Should Read the Pagan ClassicsFrom Achilles to Christ: Why Christians Should Read the Pagan Classics by Louis Markos
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Gain insight into ancient Greco-Roman classics and how they embody themes made prominent in the new testament.
The Consequences of Ideas: Understanding the Concepts that Shaped Our WorldThe Consequences of Ideas: Understanding the Concepts that Shaped Our World by R. C. Sproul
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a brilliant overview of philosophy by a christian theologian. a gem of a book to learn from.
The Mission of God: Unlocking the Bible's Grand NarrativeThe Mission of God: Unlocking the Bible's Grand Narrative by Christopher J. H. Wright
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a monumental study of the missional substance and nature of God's redeeming purpose and activity throughout the bible. this superb study explodes typical "missionary" thinking and instead, presents the missional character of the bible as nothingless than a new creation wherein dwells righteousness, from this flows the christian ethic and mission.
The Scandal of the Evangelical MindThe Scandal of the Evangelical Mind by Mark A. Noll
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a much needed critique of fundamentalist christianity, without denying christianity.
The Evangelical Heritage: A Study in Historical TheologyThe Evangelical Heritage: A Study in Historical Theology by Bernard Ramm
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a superbly intelligent, concise overview of the history of christian theology. hits some very important "highpoints" and watersheds in theological history. great for gaining a basic grasp of the bigger picture of theology historically.
Recovering Jesus: The Witness of the New TestamentRecovering Jesus: The Witness of the New Testament by Thomas R. Yoder Neufeld
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superb !! a very sane and intelligent work on Jesus, this book combines realistic appraisals of the issues, as well as penetrating theological insight into the meaning of Jesus.
Life's Ultimate QuestionsLife's Ultimate Questions by Ronald H. Nash
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an interesting and thought stimulating work on philosophy by a christian philosopher. tackles many thorny issues in philosophy. worth reading, learning from and arguing with.
Taking the Bible Seriously: Honest Differences About Biblical InterpretationTaking the Bible Seriously: Honest Differences About Biblical Interpretation by J. Benton White
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while I would challenge quite a bit of what is in this book, nonetheless, it is very much worth reading and pondering. should be required reading for christians who think that only their interpretation is right.
The God Who Is ThereThe God Who Is There by Francis A. Schaeffer
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a very interesting and thought provoking work. worth careful reading and pondering, it will stretch your mental awareness of the transcendant.