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Fireand water

By Aloysius Pieris

Book Description

In Fire and Water, Aloysius Pieris presents a profound exploration of how Christian faith can authentically take root in Asian soil. Writing from his unique position as both a Western-trained theologian and a scholar deeply versed in Buddhist philosophy, Pieris challenges readers to reconsider what it means to encounter Christ within Asia's rich spiritual landscape.

Pieris argues that traditional Western presentations of Christianity often fail to resonate with Asian peoples, who live within contexts of religious plurality and economic marginality. Instead, he envisions an "Asian Christ" who emerges from the depths of human suffering and connects with the profound wisdom traditions that have flourished across the continent for millennia. This Christ, Pieris suggests, offers a path toward genuine liberation for those experiencing poverty and powerlessness.

The book addresses crucial contemporary issues including interfaith dialogue between Buddhism and Christianity, human rights concerns, and the intersection of spirituality with social justice. Notably, Pieris dedicates significant attention to women's perspectives and feminist theological insights, demonstrating how these voices reshape our understanding of divine revelation and spiritual practice.

Through concrete examination of South Asian religious experiences, Pieris offers readers a framework for understanding how ancient wisdom traditions can inform modern spiritual seeking. His work speaks to anyone interested in exploring how different religious paths might illuminate universal truths about human liberation and divine encounter.

Who Is This For?

📖 Reading Level: Medium (200-400 pages) (~6 hours)

🕉️ Tradition: Buddhism

📄 Length: 219 pages

What You'll Discover

  • ✓ Explore Christianity and other religions
  • ✓ Understand Buddhist philosophy and practice
  • ✓ Explore Christianisme
  • ✓ Explore Bouddhisme
  • ✓ Explore Theology, Doctrinal
  • ✓ Strengthen your faith journey
  • ✓ Explore Aspect religieux
  • ✓ Explore Religious aspects of Feminism

Topics Covered

Christianity and other religions Buddhismus Christianisme Bouddhisme Theology, Doctrinal Interfaith relations Aspect religieux Religious aspects of Feminism Doctrines Féminisme Religion Interreligieuze dialoog Religious aspects Catholic Church Relations Doctrinal Theology Boeddhisme Christentum Christendom Buddhism Christianity Feminism Théologie dogmatique

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