National Geographic Concise History of World Religions
National Geographic Concise History of World Religions

Author: Tim A. Cooke

Publisher: National Geographic Books

Published: 2011

Total Pages: 356

ISBN-13: 1426206984

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Presented in a time line format, the book offers a survey of world religions. It examines global perspectives on the history of faith in the Americas, Europe, Asia and Oceania, Africa and the Middle East.

National Geographic Concise History of the World
National Geographic Concise History of the World

Author: Neil Kagan

Publisher: National Geographic Books

Published: 2013

Total Pages: 420

ISBN-13: 1426211783

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A chronology of world history ranges from the dawn of humankind to the present day, examining important events, milestones, ideas, and personalities that occurred simultaneously in different regions of the world.

Larson's Book of World Religions and Alternative Spirituality
Larson's Book of World Religions and Alternative Spirituality

Author: Bob Larson

Publisher: Tyndale House Publishers, Inc.

Published: 2004

Total Pages: 596

ISBN-13: 9780842364171

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In this indispensable reference tool for parents, students, and pastors alike, Larson analyzes dozens of world religions and spiritual movements from Islam to UFOs, New Age movements to witchcraft. This volume helps address tough questions from a biblical perspective.

The Knowledgebook
The Knowledgebook

Author:

Publisher: National Geographic Books

Published: 2007

Total Pages: 520

ISBN-13: 9781426201240

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A comprehensive, visual reference, enhanced by two thousand photographs and illustrations, provides information on all major fields of knowledge and includes timelines, sidebars, cross-reference, and other useful features.

One World, Many Religions
One World, Many Religions

Author: Mary Pope Osborne

Publisher: Knopf Books for Young Readers

Published: 1996

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780679939306

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Illustrated with black-and-white and full-color photographs. ""Today, most religious people in the world practice one of these seven religions [Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucianism, and Taoism]."All have had a deep effect on the laws and customs of every country. They have shaped art, literature, music, and education. They have given the world magnificent stories, songs, buildings, holy objects, ceremonies, and festivals." From the Introduction to "Many Religions, One World. Best-selling children's author Mary Pope Osborne presents an accessible and elegantly crafted volume that introduces young readers to the world's seven major religions. Six short readable chapters--perfectly targeted to fourth, fifth, and sixth graders--detail the history, beliefs, and practices of Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucianism, and Taoism. Handsomely designed and featuring fifty oversized color photographs and a full complement of reference materials, including a map, time line, and bibliography, this book provides a thorough and thoughtful presentation of the diverse ways people worship around the world.

12 Major World Religions
12 Major World Religions

Author: Jason Boyett

Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.

Published: 2016-08-30

Total Pages: 530

ISBN-13: 1623156939

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For billions of people, having a religious belief system provides purpose in life. For some, religion serves as a guide for moral behavior. Today's world is one in which our understanding of world religions is both understatedly important, as well as increasingly complex. After many years exploring the foundations of various world religions, Jason Boyett has written this comprehensive, easy-to-understand exploration of the twelve major world religions through a meticulous, yet unbiased lens. 12 Major World Religions offers an impartial look at where each of these belief systems intersects, how they differ, and why some have been—or are currently—misunderstood.