The Holy Book in Comparative Perspective

The Holy Book in Comparative Perspective by Frederick Mathewson Denny, published by the University of South Carolina Press in 1993, is a paperback edition comprising 252 pages. This book presents an examination of the sacred scriptures from various major religions, including Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucianism, Taoism, Islam, Zoroastrianism, Christianity, and Mormonism. It offers a comprehensive survey that focuses on the origins, forms, and functions of these scriptures within religious life.

Readers will find contributions from ten noted religious studies scholars, providing insights into the writings that shape the world’s major faiths. The volume also addresses the transmission of sacred traditions among nonliterate populations and critiques the common perception that “primitive” traditions are superior to literate ones. This exploration of religion and comparative religion invites a deeper understanding of how sacred texts influence diverse belief systems.