Religious Studies. Issue 2003. Total No. 1 (Issue 2003)

Author: Fang Litian
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Publish Date: 2004-02-01
Features: At the turn of the new millennium, religion is increasingly demonstrating a significant impact on human life and sociocultural aspects. As interactions among people from different ethnic groups and countries become more frequent, the interplay of conflict and integration between diverse cultural and religious backgrounds in this shrinking global village becomes more evident. In this context, in-depth research on religions such as Buddhism, Christianity, Islam, and Taoism has become more urgent and important. Religious Studies is an academic journal dedicated to promoting objective scholarly research on religion, aiming to deepen the understanding of religious phenomena and essence. It also strives to foster dialogue and mutual understanding among different religions, emphasizing comparative studies across traditions. The journal seeks to integrate religious studies with the specific conditions and culture of China, encouraging the development of a uniquely Chinese theoretical framework for religious studies. It also aims to facilitate the adaptation and mutual progress of religion in contemporary society. Adhering to the principles of pragmatism and progressiveness, the journal encourages the posing of new questions, the application of innovative methods, and the pursuit of fresh conclusions, striving to fully reflect the highest achievements in religious studies in China. Each issue features insightful essays and debates on one or two academic topics in religious studies, promoting the depth and breadth of research in the field. The theme essays in this issue focus on important categories and concepts in religion. Additionally, articles on Buddhism, Christianity, Taoism, folk religion, Confucianism, and comparative religious studies are also included. In the future, the journal will adjust its sections based on manuscript submissions and research themes to reflect the latest developments in religious studies.
"A few words can convey a hundred meanings; sitting in one place can traverse thousands of miles." We sincerely hope to receive contributions from religious scholars worldwide, including academics, religious figures, and individuals from all sectors of society. We look forward to the support of our peers to help Religious Studies become a promising new voice in the field, contributing to the increasingly important study of religion.
Table of Contents
Theme Essays
- A Review of the Buddhist Concept of ?ūnyatā (Emptiness) by Fang Litian
- A Critical Analysis of Christian Nihilism by Li Qiuling
- The Concept of Moksha (Liberation) in Ancient Indian Religious Philosophy by Yao Weiqun
- The Western Image of the Religious Person by Zhao Dunhua
- The Theology of Divinity in a Global Religious Philosophy by He Guanghu
- Studies on the Middle Way Reality and Mind Observation Theory of Tiantai Zhizhi in Religious Studies by Yang Zengwen
- A Brief Examination of the Two Branches of Tiantai Buddhism in the Mid-Tang to Five Dynasties Period by Xu Wenming
- Buddhist Belief in Huayan Translations by Wei Daoru
- Trinitarian Theology, Christology, and Huayan Buddhism by Laipingshuo
- The Influence of Bodhidharma on Chinese Buddhism by Dong Qun
- A Study of the Legal Thought of Jianyue by Wen Jinyu
- The Christian Concept of Grace by Huang Paul
- The Convergence of A Eulogy for the South of the Yangtze River and Lamentations: A Case Study in Intertextual Reading by Li Chichang
- On Kierkegaard’s Concept of the Absolute Paradox by Sun Yi
- On Bultmann’s Mythical Interpretation (Entmythologisierung) and Some Comments by Gadamer by Li Yuzhang
- The Influence of Ancient Greek Philosophy on the Soul Doctrine in Medieval Christian Thought by Pu Lin
- Christianity and Christians in Beijing: A Case Study in Religious Sociology by Gao Shining
- The Historical Fusion of Maitreyaism and Manichaeism by Masihsha
- A Brief Discussion on Taoist Zuo Wang (Sitting and Forgetting) – A Study on the Relationship Between Tian Yin Zi and Zuo Wang Lun by He Jianming
- The Theoretical Framework and Thinking Patterns of Confucian Nature Theory by Zhang Qingzong
- Research Review: Recent Trends in the Study of Early Zen Buddhism in Japan by Ishii Kosei
- An Overview of the History of Tang and Song Zen Buddhism in Japan by Ishii Shudo
- Book Review: Religious Markets – A First Reading of The Laws of Religion by Wei Dedong