THE SACRED EAST

A uniquely accessible and penetrating guide to the major spiritual and philosophical traditions of Asia, from the Hindu beliefs of India to the Shinto religion of Japan.

Includes more than 100 full-color illustrations and photographs of sacred art, architecture, symbols, landscapes, ceremonies, and festivals

Illuminates the many profound ideas from the East that have entered the spiritual vocabulary of the West, including meditation, karma, and enlightenment

Describes and explains the religious practices of the Eastern world, from sacred ceremonies to individual acts of faith

Places beliefs and rituals in the social and historical contexts in which they developed

Depicts through specially commissioned full-color maps the extent and spread of traditionsTHE SACRED EAST

A uniquely accessible and penetrating guide to the major spiritual and philosophical traditions of Asia, from the Hindu beliefs of India to the Shinto religion of Japan.

Includes more than 100 full-color illustrations and photographs of sacred art, architecture, symbols, landscapes, ceremonies, and festivals

Illuminates the many profound ideas from the East that have entered the spiritual vocabulary of the West, including meditation, karma, and enlightenment

Describes and explains the religious practices of the Eastern world, from sacred ceremonies to individual acts of faith

Places beliefs and rituals in the social and historical contexts in which they developed

Depicts through specially commissioned full-color maps the extent and spread of traditions