World religions
By: John Bowker
Publisher: Metro Books
Published: 2015
Place of publication: New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 216
ISBN-13: 9781435160569
Subjects: Religions; Religion
Description: "World Religions" is a refreshing new approach to understanding different faiths. Detailed annotations of stunning illustrations provide intriguing insights into the world's most important religions - offering a deeper appreciation of the beliefs central to each. World Religions looks at the beliefs and practices of many different religions, from the ancient Egyptians through 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.
Notes: "This edition published in 2015. First American edition, 1997" --T.p. verso.

Includes bibliographical references and index.
Table of contents: title: What is religion?; title: Ancient religions; title: Hinduism; title: Jainism; title: Buddhism; title: Sikhism; title: Chinese religions; title: Japanese religions; title: Judaism; title: Christianity; title: Islam; title: Native religions; title: The golden rule; title: Religious timeline and maps.