How to Be a Perfect Stranger: A Guide to Etiquette in Other People's Religious Ceremonies, Volume 2

How to Be a Perfect Stranger

by Stuart M. Matlins (Editor), Arthur J. Magida (Editor)

A straightforward guide to the rituals and celebrations of the major religions and denominations in America from the perspective of an interested guest of any other faith, How to Be a Perfect Stranger is based on information obtained from authorities of each religion. It is not a guide to theology, nor is it presented from the perspective of any particular faith. These easy-to-use guidebooks help the well-meaning guest of any other faith to feel at ease, participate to the fullest extent possible, and avoid violating anyone's religious principles or hurting their feelings.

Genres: Religion, Spirituality, Nonfiction, Reference

396 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1999

Reviews

[William Schram]

The book is an etiquette guide for outsiders to several religions. It discusses the clothes you should wear, acceptable times to leave the service, whether or not you can record the service, and more.

The book comes across as a checklist due to the systematic listing of each rule you should follow to show proper respect.

I enjoyed the book. Thanks for reading my review, and see you next time.

[Eric Buhrer]

A practical guide to tolerance and understanding of other people's religious practices. Don't wear black to a Hindu funeral, etc.