Celibacy and Religious Traditions

The purpose of this book is to examine how the practice of celibacy differs cross-culturally as well as historically within particular religious traditions. The essays demonstrate that celibacy is a complex phenomenon. The first collection of its kind, this book will be a valuable resource for courses in world religions, as well as a contribution to our understanding of this widespread but still puzzling human practice. Read More

The purpose of this book is to examine how the practice of celibacy differs cross-culturally as well as historically within particular religious traditions. The essays demonstrate that celibacy is a complex phenomenon. The first collection of its kind, this book will be a valuable resource for courses in world religions, as well as a contribution to our understanding of this widespread but still puzzling human practice. Read Less

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  	This is a digital edition of this title. Rent eBook (2 Options) 180 Day Rental: $25.35 (Expires Nov 18, 2024) 365 Day Rental: $29.25 (Expires May 22, 2025) Buy eBook Lifetime Access: $38.99 Title: Celibacy and Religious Traditions by Carl Olson Publisher: Oxford University Press Academic US Print ISBN: 9780195306323, 0195306325 eText ISBN: 9780190294373 Edition: 2007 1st edition Format: EPUB eBook	$25.35 Rent eBook This is a digital eBook Nothing will be shipped to you Works with web browsers and the VitalSource app on all Windows, Mac, Chromebook, Kindle Fire, iOS, and Android devices Most eBooks are returnable within 14 days of purchase Questions? See our eBook FAQ