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“...conversation can be as mutually incomprehensible as foreign languages. We need the different and complementary perspectives of the various yogas - and ideally of all religions - not only to reach God but to reach each other.”

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Book:The Huston Smith Reader
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The Huston Smith Reader

This reader compiles a selection of Huston Smith's writings, offering insights into the world's major religions and philosophical concepts. Smith, a renowned scholar, delves into the beliefs, practices, and historical contexts of these traditions, providing a comprehensive overview of religious thought and its impact on human culture. more

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Huston Smith
Huston Smith

Huston Smith, an American religious philosopher, was born on May 31, 1919, and passed away on December 30, 2016. He is renowned for his extensive research on world religions and has authored classic works such as 'The World's Religions,' which has had a profound impact on global religious culture. more

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