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Childhood in Religious Cultures: RITES OF PASSAGE AND EDUCATION (Faith from birth to adulthood)
by Carl, Charles C.
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CHILDHOOD IN RELIGIOUS CULTURES
RITES OF PASSAGE AND EDUCATION (Faith from Birth to Adulthood)
Discover how the world's major religions shape the journey of childhood-from the first blessing after birth to the ceremonies that mark the passage into adulthood. Childhood in Religious Cultures explores how faith traditions nurture children's spiritual, moral, and cultural identities, weaving together rituals, education, and community life across diverse societies.
Through engaging storytelling and clear historical context, this book examines how belief systems influence upbringing, values, and early education-from Jewish bar and bat mitzvahs to Christian baptisms, Hindu upanayana, Islamic aqiqah, and Buddhist monastic training. It offers an insightful look at how families and communities pass on faith, shaping children into the adults who sustain cultural and spiritual continuity.
Inside this book, you'll discover:
Birth rituals and naming ceremonies in different faiths
Religious education and moral teaching across cultures
Coming-of-age traditions and their deeper meanings
The role of family, community, and sacred institutions in faith formation
How religion influences identity, gender roles, and belonging from an early age
Contemporary perspectives on childhood spirituality in a globalized world
Written in simple and verifiable language, Childhood in Religious Cultures: Rites of Passage and Education offers readers a thoughtful exploration of how faith is lived, learned, and celebrated from the very beginning of life. Whether you are a student of religion, educator, or curious reader, this book opens a window into the shared human experience of growing up within belief.
- Format: Trade Paperback
- Author: Carl, Charles C.
- ISBN: 9798271208614
- Condition: New
- Dimensions: 9.00 x 0.17
- Number Of Pages: 82
- Publication Year: 2025
Language:
English