Development and religion : theology and practice

Development and Religion explores how the world's five major religions - Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, Christianity and Islam - understand and practice 'development' through an examination of their sacred texts, social teaching and basic beliefs

Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Clarke, Matthew , 1969- (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Cheltenham, UK : Edward Elgar , c2011
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245 1 0 |a Development and religion :   |b theology and practice   |c Matthew Clarke 
260 |a Cheltenham, UK :   |b Edward Elgar ,   |c c2011 
300 |a xiii, 200 p. :   |b ill. ;   |c 24 cm. 
504 |a Includes bibliographical references (p. 176-191) and index 
505 0 |a 1. The religion-development nexus -- 2. Hinduism : dharma and active citizenship -- 3. Buddhism : a middle way for development -- 4. Judaism : a cry for justice -- 5. Christianity : development as an option for the poor -- 6. Islam : equality and action -- 7. Conclusion 
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650 0 |a Economics   |x Religious aspects 
650 0 |a Religion and sociology 
650 0 |a Religion   |x Economic aspects 
999 |a 1000149918   |b Book   |c OPEN SHELF (30 DAYS)   |e Gong Badak Campus