Faiths And Religions Of The World

Why are there so many religions in the world? How do they differ? What do they have in common? This easy-to-understand, comprehensive guide examines the belief systems of the world's major faiths, with illustrated sections that provide a visual guide to the rituals and practices of the various denominations throughout history and today. A fold-out chart provides a comparison of world religions at a glance and a comprehensive time-line chronicles the history of religion to the present day. A "Geography of Belief" maps out religious origins and histories, and major religious figures throughout the centuries are introduced.

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.

Explores the origins, history, traditions, beliefs, and practices of five major world religions, as well as six smaller religions and movements, and explains how each has influenced world events and its followers' lives and actions.

Drawing on his wide experience and knowledge of other religions as they are actually lived, Winfried Corduan helps you sort through the complex tapestry of faiths around the world.

For billions of people, having a religious belief system provides purpose in life. For some, religion serves as a guide for moral behavior. Today’s world is one in which our understanding of world religions is both understatedly important, as well as increasingly complex. After many years exploring the foundations of various world religions, Jason Boyett has written this comprehensive, easy-to-understand exploration of the twelve major world religions through a meticulous, yet unbiased lens. 12 Major World Religions offers an impartial look at where each of these belief systems intersects, how they differ, and why some have been―or are currently―misunderstood.

Why are there so many religions in the world? Why do they differ? What do they have in common? And how have they all come into being? Are they all, in fact, aspects of the same belief system? FAITHS AND RELIGIONS OF THE WORLD sets out to answer these fundamental questions.Religion lies at the heart of all civilizations. Even today, beneath the surface of the West's comparatively secular lifestyles lies a bedrock of ethical values, attitudes to life and death, the concept of work and the value of effort, the role of women and children - all moulded and formed by our religious past. This book provides a graphic panorama and explanation of the religions of the world, from earliest times to the present. It begins with a spectacular gatefold chart, enabling the reader to compare aspects of some hundred religions, their churches and offshoots - their origins, geography, history, beliefs, methods of worship and much more.Accompanying this chart is The Geography of Belief, two large full-colour world maps showing the origins, spread and histories of the religions, as well as the distribution of belief systems throughout the globe today. Sections include Comparing the World's Religions, an Inter-Faith Glossary and the spectacular Timeline of the World's Religions, set in the context of secular history, showing the development of beliefs, the great thinkers and scholars, and the major events in the history of each faith. The sequence of events is set out chronologically, with horizontal flowlines, enabling the reader to compare historical relationships, causes, and effects. This method of display graphically provides the reader with unique contextual insight. The belief systems are then examined in detail, with a concise guide to each.

Summary: Comprised of 58 articles written especially for this volume, it provides an account of the history, theological basis and practice, and the state of the study of religion and religions. A comprehensive introduction to the many and varied religions practiced in the world today.

This illustrated basic introduction to the faiths which have shaped our world--Buddhism, Christianity, Confucianism, Hinduism, Islam, Taoism, and many more--gives a clear and accurate overview of each religion, along with helpful photos that relate their emotional impact and appeal. Color photos; diagrams.