Histories of Spiritual Traditions in China: A Selection of Jao Tsung-i’s Essays in Religious Studies

Frank Saunders (Editor), Richard J. Sage (Editor), Zhi Chen (Editor), Nicholas M Williams (Editor), Adam Craig Schwartz (Editor)

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Abstract

Discover China's rich spiritual history through the monumental works of polymath Jao Tsung-i, presented in English for the first time. Throughout his far-reaching discussions of Chinese religious history ranging from prehistoric ancestor worship to Daoist immortality cultism and beyond, Jao’s studies draw upon an immense range of sources, including stele inscriptions, excavated manuscripts, and prehistoric artifacts. Engage with the very best of 20th-century Chinese-speaking sinology and gain new insights into China’s fascinating history of spiritual traditions. This tour de force in Chinese religious history is a must-read for anyone seeking to unravel the complexities of China's intersecting spiritual traditions.
Original languageEnglish
Place of PublicationLeiden
PublisherBrill
Number of pages332
ISBN (Electronic)9789004714311
ISBN (Print)9789004714304
Publication statusPublished - 2 Oct 2024

Publication series

NameCollected Works of Jao Tsung-i
PublisherBrill
Volume6
ISSN (Print)2666-9595

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