In every culture throughout history; people have asked the same fundamental question about what will happen to them when they die. From the underworld to the light at the end of the tunnel; beliefs and experiences of death abound. And even though we cannot know for sure what happens to us after death; our understanding of the afterlife can have a profound impact on how we live.Beyond the Threshold is the first book to seriously examine the afterlife through the lens of both world religions and metaphysical experiences. Christopher M. Moreman includes an introduction to the afterlife beliefs of ancient cultures; which are essential to understanding the roots of many modern ideas about death. He examines the folklore and doctrines of major world religions; including Judaism; Christianity; Islam; Hinduism; Buddhism; Confucianism; and Taoism. He also discusses psychic phenomena across traditions; such as mediums; near-death and out-of-body experiences; and past-life memories. While ultimately the afterlife remains unknowable; Moreman's unique; in-depth exploration of both beliefs and experiences can help readers reach their own understanding of the afterlife and how to live. No other book in the field approaches the issue of the afterlife from so many angles; but Moreman weaves them skillfully together into an accessible and engaging book.
#455747 in Books Rowman n Littlefield Publishers 2006-01-11Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 9.09 x .58 x 6.12l; .87 #File Name: 0742546071252 pages
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Very comprehensive!!By BeatrizI love this book. It provides an excellent view of all the thinkers and it is very comprehensive. The author also add questions for the reader to ponder. A great introduction.4 of 4 people found the following review helpful. Thorough Summary of Modern Jewish ThinkingBy Melissa BondyLevenson has done a great service to those who are unacquainted with or interested in learning about recent Jewish trends in thought. The brief discussion provides an accurate overview of thought and invites and suggests further reading in a fascinating intellectual area. For many this study will bring names to life; suggest new perspectives; and clarify the impact of important ideas by the thinkers here described.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Like the way the author places the thinker in history ...By Rebecca CrowVery informative and well written. Interesting choice of "thinkers". I bought it for a class and am really learning so much. Like the way the author places the thinker in history before discussing the work. Gives a much broader perspective.
