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What elements of the vision quest and Sun Dance rituals are related to that lifestyle? ... is usually a medicine man, though the Blackfeet, who inhabit Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Montana, choose a woman of outstanding moral character.
An illustrated introduction to the world's religions, describing the origins and histories of Hinduism, Buddhism, Taoism, Shinto, Judaism, Christianity, Islam, and others; and also discussing seven elements common to religious traditions, ...
The book looks at the context in which these religions emerged and as migrations and military expansionism helped them to become established in certain regions of the world.
Oxford, UK: Oxford University Press, 2003. Frederick Copleston, A History of Christian Philosophy in the Middle Ages. London: Sheed and Ward, 1978. 346 The Greenhaven Encyclopedia of World Religions For Further Research.
Examines each religion--including ancient Greek, Roman, Norse, and Celtic religions, Hinduism, Buddhism, Christianity, and nature religions--discussing its history, founder, major deity, beliefs, festivals, and celebrations
Providing detailed insight into the key practices, figures and images of each religion, this is perfect for those beginning their exploration into faith, or for those just needing a quick reference tool.
Examines major world religions--including ancient Greek, Roman, Norse, and Celtic religions, Hinduism, Jainism, Buddhism, Sikhism, Judaism, Christianity, Islam, and indigenous religions--discussing each one's history, beliefs, and practices ...
Looks at the history and beliefs of ancient and modern religions, including Hinduism, Jainism, Buddhism, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam
World Religions: Beliefs Behind Today's Headlines
The purpose of this book is to present, in modern terms, a picture of six of the more important living religions, and to offer an invitation and a key to deeper study of this vast and absorbing aspect to the subject, it is both detailed and ...
More than just a collection of facts about beliefs and mores, this unique text offers students a complex portrait of each religion, with scholarly viewpoints interspersed throughout.
Examines each religion--including ancient Greek, Roman, Norse, and Celtic religions, Hinduism, Buddhism, Christianity, and nature religions--discussing its history, founder, major deity, beliefs, festivals, and celebrations.
Then follow chapters on each of the major religions and cults. The workbook features excellent information, charts, and photos to present the material and then has questions that generate in-class discussions.
This second edition of World Religions: Western Traditions examines in detail the major Western religious traditions: Judaism, Zoroastrainism, Christianity, and Islam.
"This new edition of World Religions provides an accessible, engaging, and thought-provoking exploration of the role of Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, Sikhism, Chinese religions, and Japanese religions in human ...
The religions that are explored in this book include Hinduism, Buddhism, the religions of China and Japan, Judaism, Christianity and Islam.
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.
This is a concise and informative illustrated introduction to the world’s greatest religions, and provides a reliable guide to the faiths that shape the world.
Appropriate for college theology students or inquiring general readers, this anthology presents a concise history of Christian stances on other forms of belief and brief introductions to and excerpts from significant writings of the sacred ...