Why Religions Spread: The Expansion of Buddhism, Christianity, and Islam with Implications for Missions Second Edition

The book offers an updated exploration of the dissemination of major world religions, specifically Buddhism, Christianity, and Islam, through a social scientific lens. This second edition enhances the original 2007 work by incorporating new material that enriches the analysis of how these faiths spread across different cultures and societies. It aims to provide a deeper understanding of the social dynamics influencing religious expansion and adaptation over time.