““The great strength of this rich, interesting book is that it offers the perspective of both an ‘outsider’ and an ‘insider’ for Judaism, Islam, Hinduism, and Buddhism. In the interplay between the two viewpoints, these world religions are illuminated in a fresh way for a Western Christian audience. The review questions, glossaries, and annotated bibliographies that conclude each section offer the reader the opportunity to solidify what has been learned and explore more deeply. Even in a library already stocked with world religions textbooks, this one stands out as a worthy addition.””

““World Religions in Dialogue is that unique textbook which combines competent introduction, accessibility, and a thoughtful dialogue of insiders and outsiders in conversation. It will be a much-appreciated text for the introductory course on world religions, showing both the what of religions and the how of learning religions in an ongoing conversation.””

“World Religions in Dialogue offers a fresh and unique approach to interreligious understanding, balancing outsider and insider perspectives on particular religions and selected texts and modeling a process of dialogue based on mutual openness and respect. The dialogical format brings into sharp relief not only the distinctive characteristics of each religion but also the divergent ways of interpreting these. The book thus provides Christians with a new and more congenial entry into the world of religious diversity and into the intricacies and promises of interreligious dialogue.”