The dimensions that establish and sustain religious identity: a study of Chinese Singaporeans who are Buddhists or Taoists

"Buddhism and Taoism remain vibrant and prominent in Singapore's religious landscape. Yet, little is known of why Chinese Singaporeans chose and remain in these ancient religions. Analyzing over thirty face-to-face interviews with Buddhists and Taoists in Singapore, this book provides a gl...

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Auteur principal: Low, Daniel H. Y. (Auteur)
Collaborateurs: Tung, Chung Kwang (Auteur de l'introduction, etc.)
Type de support: Imprimé Livre
Langue:Anglais
Service de livraison Subito: Commander maintenant.
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Publié: Eugene, Oregon Wipf & Stock Publishers 2018
Dans:Année: 2018
Sujets / Chaînes de mots-clés standardisés:B Singapore / Chinese people / Religious identity / Buddhism / Taoism
Sujets non-standardisés:B Pluralism
B Taoism (Singapore)
B Spirituality (Singapore)
B Chinese (Singapore)
B Identification (religion)
B Singaporeans Religious life
B Buddhism (Singapore)
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Résumé:"Buddhism and Taoism remain vibrant and prominent in Singapore's religious landscape. Yet, little is known of why Chinese Singaporeans chose and remain in these ancient religions. Analyzing over thirty face-to-face interviews with Buddhists and Taoists in Singapore, this book provides a glimpse into their fascinating narratives consisting of encounters and experiences with the presence and power of spiritual realities. A renewed understanding of Buddhism and Taoism will, hopefully, encourage readers of other religious traditions to create space for each other's religious identity. Only then can we continue to live and share a multi-religious environment within the small nation-state"--Back cover
Description:Includes bibliographical references (pages 157-164)
ISBN:1532618123