The World S Religions In Figures

Author : Todd M. Johnson,Brian J. Grim
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 340 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2013-03-25
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781118323038

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The World's Religions in Figures by Todd M. Johnson,Brian J. Grim Pdf

Created by two of the field’s leading experts, this unique introduction to international religious demography outlines the challenges in interpreting data on religious adherence, and presents a contemporary portrait of global religious belief. Offers the first comprehensive overview of the field of international religious demography – detailing what we know about religious adherents around the world, and how we know it Examines religious freedom and diversity, including agnostics and atheists, on a global scale, highlighting trends over the past 100 years and projecting estimates for the year 2050 Outlines the issues and challenges related to definitions, taxonomies, sources, analyses, and other techniques in interpreting data on religious adherence Considers data from religious communities, censuses, surveys, and scholarly research, along with several in-depth case studies on the global Muslim population, religion in China, and the religious demography of recently created Sudan and South Sudan Argues against the belief that the twentieth-century was a ‘secular’ period by putting forward new evidence to the contrary Provides resources for measuring both qualitatively and quantitatively important data on the world's religious situation in the twenty-first century

Author : John R. Hinnells
Publisher : Springer
Page : 560 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 1991-12-12
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781349095001

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Who’s Who of World Religions by John R. Hinnells Pdf

In historical terms, religions do not exist apart from the people who practise them. This is the first collection of biographical studies of figures from religions around the globe and from traditions both ancient and modern. It represents the work of an enormous international team of scholars, and although many entries involve original research, this substantial work of reference is intended to be of use to both the specialist and the general reader. Particular care has been taken to ensure a balance between religions and to include figures from the diverse branches of the different religions. Indexes and an extensive bibliography make it an invaluable working tool.

Author : Encyclopaedia Britannica, Inc.
Publisher : Encyclopaedia Britannica, Inc.
Page : 1200 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2008-05-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781593394912

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Encyclopedia of World Religions by Encyclopaedia Britannica, Inc. Pdf

A guide to the religions of the world and to the concepts, movements, people, and events that have shaped them. It includes features such as: entries on religious movements and concepts, historical and legendary figures, divinities, religious sites and ceremonies; images that show sacred places, vestments, rituals, objects, and texts; and more.

Author : Victoria Kennick Urubshurow
Publisher : JBE Online Books
Page : 640 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780980163308

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Introducing World Religions by Victoria Kennick Urubshurow Pdf

Author : Leslie D. Ross
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 454 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2009-06-04
Category : Art
ISBN : 9780313342875

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Art and Architecture of the World's Religions [2 volumes] by Leslie D. Ross Pdf

Two abundantly illustrated volumes offer a vibrant discussion of how the divine is and has been represented in art and architecture the world over. Beginning with the ancient worlds of Mesopotamia, Egypt, Greece, and Rome and moving forward through time, Art and Architecture of the World's Religions explores the major faiths from countries and continents around the globe, helping readers better understand the creations their beliefs have inspired. After tracing the history and development of a religion, the book provides a general overview of its principal beliefs and key practices. It then offers specific examples of how works of art/architecture reflect that religion's values. The focus of each chapter is on the temples, churches, and religious buildings, statues, paintings, and other works of art and architecture created by believers. Each representative work of art or architecture is examined in terms of its history, materials, symbols, colors, and patterns, as its significance is explained to the reader. With extensive illustrations, these volumes are the definitive reference work on art and architecture of the world's religions.

Author : Bruno Becchio,Johannes P. Schadé
Publisher : Foreign Media Group
Page : 972 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1601360002

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Encyclopedia of World Religions by Bruno Becchio,Johannes P. Schadé Pdf

Enhanced by more than one thousand full colour illustrations, a concise guide features thousands of references to literature, art, history, famous figures, and philosophy with respect to religion, covering the beliefs, doctrines, practices, teachings, rites of passage, and specific rituals of the world's major religions.

Author : David S. Noss,Blake Grangaard
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 1138 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2016-09-17
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781315507514

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A History of the World's Religions by David S. Noss,Blake Grangaard Pdf

A History of the World's Religions bridges the interval between the founding of religions and their present state, and gives students an accurate look at the religions of the world by including descriptive and interpretive details from the original source materials. Refined by over forty years of dialogue and correspondence with religious experts and practitioners around the world, A History of the World's Religions is widely regarded as the hallmark of scholarship, fairness, and accuracy in its field. It is also the most thorough yet manageable history of world religion available in a single volume, treating many subjects largely neglected in other texts.

Author : Ninian Smart
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 298 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 1998-06-28
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0521631394

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The World's Religions by Ninian Smart Pdf

The World's Religions offers a fascinating insight into a wide range of faiths, their history and their followers. In the richly illustrated new edition of this popular book, religions are described through their symbols, rituals, followers, architecture and art. References, statistics, maps and pictures have been updated and added. The text has been thoroughly revised to highlight recent developments, such as the spread of Islam, African-American and Hispanic-American religious experience, and women priests.

Author : Peter B. Clarke,Peter Beyer
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 806 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2009-05-07
Category : Reference
ISBN : 9781135211004

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The World's Religions by Peter B. Clarke,Peter Beyer Pdf

This comprehensive volume focuses on the world's religions and the changes they have undergone as they become more global and diverse in form. It explores the religions of the world not only in the regions with which they have been historically associated, but also looks at the new cultural and religious contexts in which they are developing. It considers the role of migration in the spread of religions by examining the issues raised for modern societies by the increasing interaction of different religions. The volume also addresses such central questions as the dynamics of religious innovation which is evidenced in the rise and impact of new religious and new spirituality movements in every continent.

Author : Terry C. Muck,Frances S. Adeney
Publisher : Baker Books
Page : 408 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2009-04-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781441205261

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Christianity Encountering World Religions (Encountering Mission) by Terry C. Muck,Frances S. Adeney Pdf

The current religious climate poses unique challenges to those engaged in mission. Thus the authors of this book propose a new, yet very biblical, model for interacting with people of other faiths. They term this model giftive mission, as it is based on the metaphor of free gift. We bear the greatest gift possible--the gospel message. Adopting this perspective not only has the potential for greater missionary success but also enables us to more closely imitate God's gracious activity in the world. The core of the book explores eleven practices that characterize giftive mission. Each practice is illustrated through the story of a figure from mission history who embodied that practice. Further discussion shows how to incorporate these practices in specific mission settings.

Author : Victoria Kennick,Arvind Sharma
Publisher : State University of New York Press
Page : 292 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2012-12-28
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781438444994

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Spiritual Masters of the World's Religions by Victoria Kennick,Arvind Sharma Pdf

What is a spiritual master? Spiritual Masters of the World's Religions offers an important contribution to religious studies by addressing that question in the context of such themes as charismatic authority, role models, symbolism, and categories of religious perception. The book contains essays by scholar-practitioners on the topic of spiritual masters in Judaic, Christian, Islamic, Hindu, Sikh, Buddhist, Confucian, and Daoist traditions. It provides a full spectrum of exemplars, including founders, spiritual masters who highlight cultural themes, and problematic figures of modern times. To define spiritual master, the work of Max Weber, Mircea Eliade, Daniel Gold, and Bruce Lincoln is referenced to provide a balanced notion that includes both religionist and reductionist perspectives. This book takes readers from the past spiritual masters to the future of masters of any sort, posing food for thought about the future of master-disciple relationships in an emerging age of egalitarian sentiments.

Author : Peter Clarke,Friedhelm Hardy,Leslie Houlden,Stewart Sutherland
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 1010 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2004-01-14
Category : Reference
ISBN : 9781136851858

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The World's Religions by Peter Clarke,Friedhelm Hardy,Leslie Houlden,Stewart Sutherland Pdf

* Gives an account of the history, the theological basis, the practice and the current state of the study of religion and religions throughout the world * Combines a clear and non-technical style of presentation with a structure and range of contributions which reflect the richness and complexity of religion itself, of the religions of the world and the study of religions * Comprehensive index, bibliographies and suggestions for further reading `Intriguing philosophical questions are raised about the nature of religion and the qualities needed for studying it.' - Times Higher Education Supplement `Excellent book ... remarkably successful, impressive as much for the sheer scale of the undertaking as for its consistent standard of analysis. It is a fine achievement which will serve both as a very suitable textbook for students and a reliable guide to the state of scholarship in the History and Study of Religions.' - Heythrop Journal

Author : Robert S. Ellwood
Publisher : Infobase Publishing
Page : 529 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781438110387

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The Encyclopedia of World Religions by Robert S. Ellwood Pdf

Contains nearly 600 brief entries on the world's religious traditions.

Author : Jeffery D. Long,Michael G. Long
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 138 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2021-09-23
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781000449808

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Nonviolence in the World’s Religions by Jeffery D. Long,Michael G. Long Pdf

The twenty-first century began with the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. Much has been written and debated on the relationship between faith and violence, with acts of terror at the forefront. However, the twentieth century also gave rise to many successful nonviolent protest movements. Nonviolence in the World’s Religions introduces the reader to the complex relationship between religion and nonviolence. Each of the essays delves into the contemporary and historical expressions of the world’s major religious traditions in relation to nonviolence. Contributors explore the literary and theological foundations of a tradition’s justification of nonviolence; the ways that nonviolence has come to expression in its beliefs, symbols, rituals, and other practices; and the evidence of nonviolence in its historic and present responses to conflict and warfare. The meanings of both religion and nonviolence are explored through engagement with nonviolence in Hindu, Buddhist, Chinese, Sikh, Jewish, Christian, Islamic, Jain, and Pacific Island religious traditions. This is the ideal introduction to the relationship between religion and violence for undergraduate students, as well as for those in related fields, such as religious studies, peace and conflict studies, area studies, sociology, political science, and history.

Author : Seán McLoughlin
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Religions
ISBN : 1904041426

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Sourcebook: World Religions by Seán McLoughlin Pdf

Fully cross-referenced and alphabetically arranged, this general reference book explains the key figures, festivals, holy writings and fundamental beliefs of all the major religions of the world.