The Spirits Are Drunk: Comparative Approaches to Chinese Religion (SUNY S (SUNY series in Chinese Philosophy and Culture) by Jordan D. Paper (PDF)

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This is a comparative treatment of the religious beliefs and practices of Chinese traditional culture.

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Editorial Reviews: Review “Paper consistently deals with a coherent body of beliefs and practices, pointing out that traditional categories such as the ‘three teachings’ (Confucianism, Buddhism, and Taoism) obscure the degree to which a common system of belief and practice pervaded Chinese traditional culture.”The approach taken here is comparative both across time and across cultures. For example, the author’s deep understanding of shamanism and related phenomena in a variety of cultural and historical contexts allows him to write about Chinese religion in a particularly illuminating way.“Even when I don’t agree with Paper, he provides me with interesting material to grapple with. The world is full of safe, boring books; here is one that is adventurousand intellectually exciting.” ― John S. Major From the Back Cover ‘The Spirits are Drunk’ presents Chinese religion as a complex, singular construct that is the basis of Chinese culture and civilization from its inception to the present. About the Author Jordan Paper is an Associate Professor in the Religious Studies, East Asian Studies, and Women’s Studies Programs at York University, Toronto. Read more

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