Encyclopedia of Religion, Volume 2: Attributes of God–Butler, Joseph

Volume 2 continues the broad comparative and interdisciplinary framework established by the Encyclopedia of Religion. Its articles integrate history, theology, philosophy, anthropology, sociology, textual studies, art history, and cultural analysis to examine religious phenomena across different regions and historical periods. The volume is particularly significant for its extensive treatment of Buddhism, biblical traditions, religious biography, embodiment, and major South Asian concepts such as bhakti, Brahman, and Brahmanism. Each article identifies its author and editorial status, allowing readers to distinguish original contributions, revised studies, replacement articles, and updated bibliographies. Cross-references connect related subjects throughout the encyclopedia, while selected bibliographies support further academic research. Covering subjects from the attributes of God to Joseph Butler, the volume provides an authoritative and accessible foundation for understanding the diversity of religious beliefs, practices, texts, institutions, and intellectual traditions.