Handy Religion Answer Book

by: John Renard

Author: John Renard

Publisher: Visible Ink Press

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Format: Paperback / softback

Publication date: 21 May 2012

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ISBN: 1578593794 ISBN 13: 9781578593798

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Providing detailed descriptions of the beliefs, rituals, history, and organisation of the world's eight major religious traditions, including Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Buddhism, Hinduism, Confucianism, Taoism, and Shinto, this fully revised and updated edition is an easy-to-use comparative guide for anyone seeking basic religious literacy. Clearly and eloquently written by a scholar with more than 40 years of study and teaching experience, this book is organised into chapters on each major religion and contains a wealth of information about their history, beliefs, symbols, membership, leaders, observances, and customs. The reference answers more than 800 questions, such as What is the significance of the Star of David? How did so many different Christian churches come into being? What is the importance of the month of Ramadan? What is an Ayatollah? and Do Taoists believe in heaven and hell?, as well as new questions concerning religion and violence and sub-organisations that claim affiliation with the major faith communities. A glossary of religious terminology, maps of the general coverage areas for each religion, and suggestions for further reading are also included. Top page

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Publisher & Imprint: Visible Ink Press

City: Canton, MI

Pages: 500

More info: height 235 mm width 185 mm weight 892 gr thickness 33 mm

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Age recommended: General/trade

Subject Indexing & Classification Dewey:(DC21) 200 Library of Congress Subject: Religions

Departments: Reference works; Comparative religion;

Record updated at: 24 May, 2013 time: 00:58

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