Mystical science and practical religion : Muslim, Hindu, and Sikh discourse on science and technology / Richard Cimino.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Cimino, Richard P., author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Religion and science.

Islam.

Hinduism.

Sikhism.

Technology--Religious aspects.

Technology.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (113 p.)

Place of Publication:

Lanham, Maryland ; London, England : Lexington Books, 2014.

Language Note:

English

Summary:

<span><span style=""font-style:italic;"">Mystical Science and Practical Religion </span><span>uniquely examines the religious discourse of Muslim, Hindu, and Sikh applied science professionals and students. While they each view their respective religions as the "most scientific," their work reshapes how they practice and conceptualize their faith. </span></span>

Contents:

Contents; Acknowledgments; Introduction; 1 American Muslim Applied Science Professionals and the Spirit of Pragmatism; 2 Rationalized Hinduism and Mystical Science; 3 Sikhism, Science, and the Ethic of Prosperity; 4 A Shared Religion-Science Discourse; Conclusion; References; Index; About the Author

Notes:

Description based upon print version of record.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Description based on print version record.

ISBN:

0-7391-8228-5

OCLC:

890981044