Monotheism and Forgiveness

by S. Mark Heim

Forgiveness is a hallmark teaching within monotheistic religions. This Element introduces the topic in three ways. First, it considers the extent to which forgiveness is specific to or constituted by monotheistic beliefs, by a comparison with analogous teaching and practice in Buddhism. Second, the most extensive section explores the grammar of forgiveness shared across the Abrahamic traditions of Judaism, Christianity and Islam - elements of repentance,...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1108737749
• ISBN13: 9781108737746
• Release Date: March 2022
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Length: 75 Pages
• Weight: 0.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"