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Encyclopedia Of Gods Over 2500 Deities Of The World

by Michael Jordan

ISBN13: 9780816029099
ISBN10: 0816029091
Condition: Standard
DustJacket: Standard

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Encyclopedia of Gods offers concise information on more than 2,500 deities worshipped around the world and throughout history, from the most ancient gods of polytheistic societies -- to the most contemporary gods of the major monotheistic religions.

Each entry details the relevant culture, the role of the god or goddess, and the characteristics and symbols by which they are identified.