This accessible and comprehensive introduction to world religions is ideal for readers with no previous exposure to the subject. It offers accurate and comparative descriptions of a broad range of religions. In addition to background material on religious theory and study, this book explores living religions in terms of the historical and cultural factors that produced them, the lives of their founders, their basic teachings, and their historical development and current status in the world. Primary source readings with specific representative samples are provided in each chapter. Other coverage includes Native American, African, and Chinese religions; Hinduism; Jainism; Buddhism; Sikhism; Shinto; Zoroastrianism; Christianity; Islam; Baha'I; the role of women; current trends in both the practice and study of religion; basic vocabulary of the field, theories on the origin of religion; and descriptions and explanations of all major holy days—unique to each world religion. For anyone trying to understand the diversity of world religions being practiced everyday, by real people in real life.

Religions of the World (8th Edition)

Religion & Spirituality

Hopfe, Lewis M.

Woodward, Mark R.

Religious Studies

Prentice Hall College Div.

This comprehensive yet concise book makes a reader-friendly introduction to World Religions—ideal for those with no previous exposure to Religious Studies or the study of religion more generally. Offering accurate, comparative descriptions of religions, it gives background material on religious theory and study, while exploring the historical and cultural factors. This book includes chapters on Native American and African religions as well as Jainism, Sikhism, Zoroastrianism, and Baha'i. For individuals interested in the role of religion in the modern world.

Religions Of The World: Media And Research Update

Pearson College Div

For introductory courses in World Religions.Widely adopted for its accessible style and comprehensive, yet concise, presentation, this best-selling introduction to world religions is ideal for students with no previous exposure to the subject. It offers accurate, comparative descriptions of a broad range of religions. In addition to background material on religious theory and study, this text explores living religions in terms of the historical and cultural factors that produced them, the lives of their founders, their basic teachings, and their historical development and current status in the world. Primary source readings with specific representative samples are provided in each chapter.

Religions of the World, Media and Research Update & Time Pkg.

Ellwood Emeritus, Robert S.

PRENTICE/HALL

This best-selling introduction to world religions is ideal for readers with no previous exposure to the subject. Offering accurate, comparative descriptions of a broad range of religions, it gives background material on religious theory and study, while exploring living religions in terms of the historical and cultural factors that produced them. The book concentrates on the lives of the founders of different religions, their basic teachings, and their current status in the world. Unlike other books, Religions of the World includes chapters on Native American and African religions as well as the “smaller” text-based religions, such as Jainism, Sikhism, Zoroastrianism, and Baha'i. An excellent reference work for those involved in religion and the study of religion, including those involved in marketing for various religious publications, videos, etc.

Religions of the World, Ninth Edition

This comprehensive yet concise book makes a reader-friendly introduction to World Religions–ideal for those with no previous exposure to Religious Studies or the study of religion more generally. Offering accurate, comparative descriptions of religions, it gives background material on religious theory and study, while exploring the historical and cultural factors. This book includes chapters on Native American and African religions as well as Jainism, Sikhism, Zoroastrianism, and Baha'i. For individuals interested in the role of religion in the modern world.

Religions of the World

Pearson\Prentice Hall

For courses in World Religions Discover the importance of religion in the world’s cultures – yesterday and today The histories, deep-seated beliefs, and ethical systems that make up the world’s religions are some of the most important forces at play on our incredibly diverse planet. Religions of the World, Thirteenth Edition guides students as they explore each of the world’s major faiths, imparting the knowledge they need to better understand today’s world. By explaining religious diversity and complex themes within a historical context, Religions of the World helps students relate to cultures very different from their own. Religions of the World, Thirteenth Edition is also available via REVEL™, an immersive learning experience designed for the way today's students read, think, and learn.

Religions of the World (13th Edition)

Hendrickson, Brett

Pearson

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