The Compact Guide to World Religions (Compact Encyclopedia)

Type

Book

Authors

Sean O'Callaghan

ISBN 10

0745953182

ISBN 13

9780745953182

Tags

General, Religion, Comparative Religion, History

Description

A handy reference book that provides essential information on an impressive variety of different world religions Readers will learn the history and development of select word religions in this condensed guide. Religions covered include Hinduism, Buddhism, Sikhism, Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Jainism, Zoroastrianism, Bahai, Confucianism, Taoism, and Shinto. The founder and any significant figures in each religion are included, as well as what the core beliefs are, the sacred writings and worship styles, how the religion fits in with family and society, and the contemporary issues it faces today. - from Amzon

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