PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
by Miriam Levering (Editor)
Exploring the nature of texts, this book explains how scriptures function within religions. Topics covered include the oral dimensions of scripture, canon formation, a study of the word in Hindu life, and the role of text in Buddhism.
Author Biography
Miriam Levering is a Professor in the Department of Religious Studies at the University of Tennessee.
Number of Pages: 276
Dimensions: 0.74 x 9.12 x 6.1 IN
Publication Date: September 09, 2003
