The Quest: Christ Amidst the Quest

Synopsis: The human spirit seems incapable of being stagnant ever pushing the boundaries of knowledge and experience. We try to understand life through questions regarding our own existence the nature of the universe and the nature of God. The question of our collective heart is the external manifestation of an internal longing--a quest if you will. This thirst to understand reality can be seen in superstructures that are scientific social political and especially religious. When considering the doctrines institutions and rituals of religions we observe certain core aspirations expressed by the people of these communities. These aspirations generate from an underlying quest which seeks a way out of our perceived predicament: a salvific quest. Regardless of whether we view ourselves as religious pre-religious post-religious or non-religious we find ourselves involved in such a quest; it seems to be an integral part of our human personhood. Using a unique framework of analysis this book explores Christs relevance to the quest expressed by the communities of eight major living religions--a relevance that neither degrades Christ nor demeans other saviors. Christ is not part of the human quest but is well equipped to satisfy that quest. Endorsements: Dr. Lyman Kulathungam is eminently qualified to engage this stimulating and vital study of The Quest. For a Christian scholar to credibly explore humanitys spiritual thirst from the perspective of the worlds major faith traditions requires knowledge and experience as well as a deep respect for those he addresses. Dr. Kulathungam demonstrates all of those qualities. --Rev David Wells General Superintendent The Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada As professor in the areas of Philosophy and Religion at universities both in Sri Lanka and Canada as a member of the teaching staff at Masters College and Seminary and eventually as Intercultural Dean of the College [Kulathungam] has exposed his students to religions that make up the global fabric particularly within Canada. It is in this context that he was able to assist students in discovering how Christ is relevant to the human quest. As you read through the pages of this book I am certain that you will find the contents informative insightful inspiring and very helpful in your own personal faith journey. --Rev. David Shepherd Former District Superintendent Western Ontario District Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada Dr. Kulathungams work is brilliant! Lyman has demonstrated that he is a forerunner in awareness and comprehension of world religions. He clearly communicates the position and relationship of each world faith community to Christ. After reading this book you will get an insightful understanding into the core aspirations of the major faith communities . . . I would highly recommend this book to anyone who wants to be aware of what the two-thirds of the world believe! A must-read! --Dr. Evon Horton Senior Pastor Brownsville Assembly Pensacola Florida Author Biography: Lyman C. D. Kulathungam PhD is Intercultural Dean Emeritus of Masters College and Seminary Visiting Professor in Philosophy and Religion and ordained minister with the Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada. He has published on Philosophy Symbolic Logic and Eastern/Western Religions in scholarly journals and denominational publications.