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OverviewRationalism is a cornerstone of the modern Occident's conception of itself. However, as shown by the post-colonial reading of the term found in Max Weber's comparative studies of religion, the concept of rationalism is also an instrument for hierarchization and essentialization when religions and cultures are placed in comparison. Rationalism is by no means the privilege of modern Western civilization, as shown by this study on the theological history of Ismailism. The study's decolonized perspective concerning the rationality of religious conceptions of the world furnishes a new approach for the historical comparison of religions. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Markus WachowskiPublisher: Not Avail Imprint: Not Avail ISBN: 9786613940827ISBN 10: 6613940828 Pages: 320 Publication Date: 30 July 2012 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Electronic book text Publisher's Status: Active Availability: Available To Order ![]() We have confirmation that this item is in stock with the supplier. It will be ordered in for you and dispatched immediately. Table of ContentsReviewsAuthor InformationTab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |