Who S Who Of World Religions

Author : John R. Hinnells
Publisher : Springer
Page : 560 pages
File Size : 51,9 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 : John Bowker
Publisher : DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0789496763

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World Religions by John Bowker Pdf

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.

Author : Gerald R McDermott
Publisher : Thomas Nelson
Page : 145 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2011-04-04
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781401675530

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World Religions by Gerald R McDermott Pdf

An essential and concise introduction to eight of the world's major religions. For the Christian, there's value in learning about different religions and unfamiliar expressions of belief. First of all, it gives us a greater understanding of the world we live in. But a study of other faiths can also deepen our own while making us more effective witnesses to those who don't share a belief in Christ. In World Religions, Gerald R. McDermott explains what you need to understand about major world religions so that you can be equipped to engage people of other faiths. McDermott offers an overview of the central beliefs of Christianity, Judaism, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucianism, Daoism, and Shinto. Features include: Insights from members of each religious community. Discussions of each religion's major traditions, rituals, and leaders. A glossary of important terms.

Author : Robert S. Ellwood
Publisher : Infobase Publishing
Page : 529 pages
File Size : 52,7 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 : Peter Clarke,Friedhelm Hardy,Leslie Houlden,Stewart Sutherland
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 694 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2004-01-14
Category : Reference
ISBN : 9781136851926

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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 : Anna Wills
Publisher : Owlkids
Page : 40 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2018-09-14
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1771473339

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Who Believes What? by Anna Wills Pdf

An information-packed and visually rich introduction to five major world religions and cultural practices

Author : Christopher Partridge
Publisher : Fortress Press
Page : 949 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2013-11-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781451452273

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Introduction to World Religions by Christopher Partridge Pdf

A leading textbook for world religion, this new edition is designed to help students in their study and research of the world's religious traditions. Known and valued for its balanced approach and its respected board of consulting editors, this text addresses ways to study religion, provides broad coverage of diverse religions, and offers an arresting layout with rich illustrations. The second edition has new and extended primary source readings, a stronger section on the Religions of South Asia, additional maps, a new full-color, student-friendly format, and more.

Author : Irving Hexham
Publisher : Zondervan Academic
Page : 513 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2011-03-22
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780310314486

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Understanding World Religions by Irving Hexham Pdf

Globalization and high-speed communication put twenty-first century people in contact with adherents to a wide variety of world religions, but usually, valuable knowledge of these other traditions is limited at best. On the one hand, religious stereotypes abound, hampering a serious exploration of unfamiliar philosophies and practices. On the other hand, the popular idea that all religions lead to the same God or the same moral life fails to account for the distinctive origins and radically different teachings found across the world’s many religions. Understanding World Religions presents religion as a complex and intriguing matrix of history, philosophy, culture, beliefs, and practices. Hexham believes that a certain degree of objectivity and critique is inherent in the study of religion, and he guides readers in responsible ways of carrying this out. Of particular importance is Hexham’s decision to explore African religions, which have frequently been absent from major religion texts. He surveys these in addition to varieties of Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.

Author : Merriam-Webster, Inc
Publisher : Merriam-Webster
Page : 1240 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 1999
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0877790442

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Merriam-Webster's Encyclopedia of World Religions by Merriam-Webster, Inc Pdf

Contains 3,500 alphabetically arranged entries that provide information about various aspects of the world's religions; features thirty in-depth discussions of major religions; and includes illustrations and maps.

Author : Siroj Sorajjakool,Mark F Carr,Julius J. Nam
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2009-09-10
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 9781135220808

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World Religions for Healthcare Professionals by Siroj Sorajjakool,Mark F Carr,Julius J. Nam Pdf

World Religions for Healthcare Professionals provides healthcare professionals with a basic knowledge of health beliefs and practices in world religions such as American Indian Religions, Buddhism, Christianity, Confucianism, Hinduism, Islam, Judaism, Sikhism, and Taoism as well as selected new religious movements. It explores how various religious traditions view sickness, health, birth, and death. Its primary aim is to offer healthcare professionals a greater awareness of beliefs and practices so that they will be better informed in providing effective care to patients from various religious backgrounds. Many deeply controversial bioethics issues such as abortion, euthanasia, assisted suicide, and stem cell research are also addressed in this volume from the perspectives of world religions. Written in a user-friendly fashion and easy to reference, this book is suitable for all health practitioners and organized in a way that will make it easy to search and learn basic applications.

Author : Victoria Kennick Urubshurow
Publisher : JBE Online Books
Page : 640 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780980163308

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Introducing World Religions by Victoria Kennick Urubshurow Pdf

Author : Jennifer Glossop
Publisher : Kids Can Press Ltd
Page : 68 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2013-03
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781554539819

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The Kids Book of World Religions by Jennifer Glossop Pdf

Children's and educational.

Author : Terry C. Muck,Frances S. Adeney
Publisher : Baker Books
Page : 416 pages
File Size : 47,8 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 : David S. Noss,Blake Grangaard
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 1138 pages
File Size : 46,5 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 : Robert Charles Zaehner
Publisher : Hodder Education
Page : 456 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 1988-01-01
Category : Religions
ISBN : 1859862187

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The Hutchinson Encyclopedia of Living Faiths by Robert Charles Zaehner Pdf

This text presents an easy-to-use and comprehensive encyclopedia of living faiths.