Unlock a groundbreaking perspective on the study of religion. This essential volume engages deeply with Steven M. Wasserstrom’s influential work, reorienting religious studies towards lived history and profound pluralism. Explore nine key theses that reveal how inter-religious relations historically and philosophically shape the very category of ‘religion.’ Essential for students, scholars, and enthusiasts of comparative religion, philosophy, and cultural studies in India, this book offers a vital framework for understanding faith through real-world encounters. Wasserstrom’s afterword adds personal reflections and thought-provoking riddles for dedicated scholars. Discover the intricate connections that define religious discourse.