Synopses & Reviews
Figures, festivals, and beliefs of the world's religions. In an easy to follow, accessible reference format, Illustrated Dictionary of Religions uses over 700 full-color illustrations and clear text to explain, identify, and compare the major religions of the world from Zoroastrianism and ancient Egyptian rituals to Hinduism, Christianity, Islam, and Judaism. The dictionary contains more than 1,000 entries and features double-page spreads on major figures and key events. Also, related entries are cross-referenced to show connections among religious concepts.
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A treasure that the youngest child can grow into and that the oldest adult will appreciate. (Dallas Morning News)
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...a title which makes it easy to review regional religious practices. (Children's Bookwatch)
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Promising much and delivering much this volume should ease gift-buying dilemmas for many, here is a treasure the youngest can grow into and the oldest adult will appreciate. (Charlotte Observer)
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A rich source of information for interpreting and understanding religious references. (African Sun Times)
Synopsis
In an easy-to-follow, accessible reference format, this book uses over 700 full-color illustrations and clear text to explain, identify, and compare the major religions of the world from Zoroastrianism and ancient Egyptian rituals to Hinduism, Christianity, Islam, and Judaism.
Table of Contents
Ancient religions -- Primal religions -- Hinduism -- Jainism and Sikhism -- Buddhism -- Chinese and Japanese religions -- Judaism -- Christianity -- Islam -- New religions.