Bibliograph

Religions of the world, the illustrated guide to origins, beliefs, traditions & festivals, Elizabeth Breuilly, Joanne O'Brien, Martin Palmer ; consultant editor, Martin E. Marty

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Religions of the world, the illustrated guide to origins, beliefs, traditions & festivals, Elizabeth Breuilly, Joanne O'Brien, Martin Palmer ; consultant editor, Martin E. Marty

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references (page 157) and index

Illustrations

illustrationsmaps

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Religions of the world

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

37004476

Responsibility statement

Elizabeth Breuilly, Joanne O'Brien, Martin Palmer ; consultant editor, Martin E. Marty

Sub title

the illustrated guide to origins, beliefs, traditions & festivals

Summary

This clear illustrated introduction to the world's religions gives an overview of the major groups. It covers Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, Shinto, Taoism, Skhism and Bahai. Each chapter gives beliefs and practices as well as describing major festivals. Religious calendars and population distributions are helpful features. The photographs, maps and charts extend the text of this attractive guide. Recommended for all secondary collections

Table Of Contents

The Abrahamic faiths -- Judaism -- Christianity -- Islam -- The Vedic faiths -- Hinduism -- Buddhism -- Jainism -- Other major traditions -- Shinto -- Taoism -- Sikhism -- Baha'i

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