The Compact Guide To World Religions

The Compact Guide To World Religions

Author: Dean Halverson

Publisher: Bethany House

Published: 1996-03

Total Pages: 272

ISBN-13: 1556617046

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Succinct chapters provide an excellent guide to understanding Islam, Buddhism, Hinduism, Judaism, Taoism, Shintoism, and more.


World Religions

World Religions

Author: Thomas A. Robinson

Publisher: Baker Academic

Published: 2014-11-11

Total Pages: 526

ISBN-13: 1441219722

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This masterful survey of world religions presents a clear and concise portrait of the history, beliefs, and practices of Eastern and Western religions. The new edition contains added material and has been revised throughout. The authors, both respected scholars of world religions, have over fifty years of combined teaching experience. Their book is accessibly written for introductory classes, can be easily adapted for one- or two-semester courses, and presents a neutral approach for broad classroom use. Pedagogical aids include further reading suggestions, photographs, sidebars, and pronunciation guides. An 800-question bank of multiple-choice test questions is available to professors through Baker Academic's Textbook eSources.


Sourcebook of the World's Religions

Sourcebook of the World's Religions

Author: Joel Beversluis

Publisher: New World Library

Published: 2011-02-08

Total Pages: 458

ISBN-13: 1577313321

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Now in its third edition, this is the most comprehensive work available on the rich variety of paths available to today's spiritual seekers. More than an academic reference, it explores how religions can collaborate to help the world. Essays exploring the realm of building an interfaith community add to the book's detailed portraits of the major religious traditions. The Sourcebook also contains essays on spiritual practices as diverse as theosophy, wicca, and indigenous religions. This revised edition of the Sourcebook offers an unparalleled look at where spirituality is headed in the coming millennium.


World Religions

World Religions

Author: Myrtle Langley

Publisher: Lion Books

Published: 1993-01

Total Pages: 96

ISBN-13: 9780745925417

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This illustrated basic introduction to the faiths which have shaped our world--Buddhism, Christianity, Confucianism, Hinduism, Islam, Taoism, and many more--gives a clear and accurate overview of each religion, along with helpful photos that relate their emotional impact and appeal. Color photos; diagrams.


Nelson's Illustrated Guide to Religions

Nelson's Illustrated Guide to Religions

Author: James A. Beverley

Publisher: Thomas Nelson

Published: 2009-05-17

Total Pages: 711

ISBN-13: 1418577464

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A comprehensive introduction to the religions of the world analyzed from a Christian perspective Nelson's Illustrated Guide to Religions covers more than 200 religions, sects, and cults, most of them ones the reader might encounter on any given day. It is the most complete and up-to-date Christian guide to world religions. Perfect for the student as well as the layperson. Written by leading expert in religions, James A. Beverley.


A Spectator's Guide to World Religions

A Spectator's Guide to World Religions

Author: John Dickson

Publisher: Lion Publishing Plc

Published: 2008

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780745953083

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The world is a very religious place. Wherever you look, people are worshipping, praying, believing, following, even dying for their faith. But are all faiths the same? Do they all call on the same God using different names? Are their beliefs and practices simply cultural expressions of the same spiritual longings? In this timely book, John Dickson presents each of the world's major religions in its best light. He carefully outlines the history, belief systems and spiritual practices of Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, Christianity and Islam so that the interested 'spectator' can explore their similarities and differences. For sceptics, believers and students of religion the book provides a fair and friendly introduction to this ultimate subject.


The Everything World's Religions Book

The Everything World's Religions Book

Author: Kenneth Shouler

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 2010-03-18

Total Pages: 304

ISBN-13: 1440500363

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An easy-to-use and comprehensive guide that explores the intriguing dogma and rituals, cultural convictions, and often-checkered backgrounds and histories of the world's religions.


World Religions in a Nutshell

World Religions in a Nutshell

Author: Ray Comfort

Publisher: Bridge Logos Foundation

Published: 2008

Total Pages: 212

ISBN-13: 9780882706696

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You are on CNN, live. The host leans across to you and asks, What s the major difference between Christianity and the other major religions? They are basically all the same, aren t they? Millions are awaiting your reply. Do you know how you would answer? Most of us are not as prepared as we should be for this all-important task. Discover what almost all religions have in common: By trying to earn their way to Heaven, their followers are robed in works-righteousness. Learn how to gently remove that robe, so those seeking eternal salvation can be clothed in the righteousness that comes only through faith in Jesus Christ. Each religion is discussed according to: It s basic beliefs Testimonies of its followers who turned to Christ Sample witnessing conversation.


World Religions

World Religions

Author: John Bowker

Publisher: DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780789496768

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The Evolution of Major Faiths World Religions looks at the beliefs and practices of many different religions, from the ancient Egyptians to Zoroastrianism -- the oldest "living" religion -- and the great faiths practiced today. Each of the major faiths -- Christianity, Judaism, Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, Sikhism, and Islam -- is examined in detail through its sacred texts, epic imagery, key beliefs, and religious artifacts. The distinctive identities of different faiths are explored in World Religions by studying the main principles and thinking of each religion. The book's superb reproduction allows the symbolism and meaning in religious imagery and iconography to be revealed in great detail. Accessible and far-reaching, World Religions will engage the whole family as much as the serious student. Book jacket.