Complete Idiot's Guide to The World's Religions
Author: Macmillan General Reference Staff
Publisher: MacMillan Publishing Company
Published: 1998-07-01
Total Pages:
ISBN-13: 9780028651286
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The Complete Idiot's Guide to Christianity
Author: Jeffrey B. Webb
Publisher: Penguin
Published: 2004
Total Pages: 356
ISBN-13: 9781592571765
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →CIG to Christianityhelps readers define what Christianity is all about, from the roots of Catholicism and the three streams of Protestantism, to "Christianity without borders"-fundamentalism, evangelicalism, the Charismatic movement, and "New Age" Christianity. Whether people are searching for the right Christian church for themselves or seeking to understand the differences between denominations, this book is a fascinating look at where Christianity is right now. How different are Catholic and Eastern Orthodox churches? Lutherans and reformed denominations? Quakers and Mennonites? Can you be a Christian without belonging to a church?
The Complete Idiot's Guide to the World's Religions
Author: Brandon Toropov
Publisher:
Published: 1997
Total Pages: 271
ISBN-13: 9780028617305
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Explains the basic tenets, scriptures, history, and festivals of the world's major religions, and gives advice on what to say when the subject of religion comes up
The Complete Idiot's Guide to World Mythology
Author: Evans Lansing Smith
Publisher: Penguin
Published: 2008
Total Pages: 372
ISBN-13: 9781592577644
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →The dictionary defines mythology as a collection of ancient tales handed down over millennia, mainly dealing with gods and goddesses, that explains the way the world works, from natural events to society at large. Many people think of the deities of Greece and Rome when they think of mythology, forgetting that almost every culture has its own set of myths to interpret and explain its distinct worldview, often showing striking and fascinating similarities to the classical myths most people are familiar with. The Complete Idiot's Guide to World Mythologyexplores the gods and goddesses, heroes and heroines, monsters and angels of the myths from every corner of the globe - the Americas, the Middle East and Africa, Asia, and more. Additionally, it explores the parallels between every culture, including Greece and Rome - striking similarities in mythic figures and the structure, action, wording, and result of the stories themselves.
The Complete Idiot's Guide to World Religions
Author: Brandon Toropov
Publisher: Alpha Books
Published: 2002
Total Pages: 289
ISBN-13: 9780028642086
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →This second edition provides a comprehensive overview of not only the world's major religions but also other non-scriptural, cultural and ancient religions as well.
The Complete Idiot's Guide to World Religions
Author: Brandon Toropov
Publisher: Penguin
Published: 2004
Total Pages: 436
ISBN-13: 9781592572229
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The Complete Idiot's Guide to the World of Harry Potter
Author: Tere Stouffer
Publisher: Penguin
Published: 2007-10-02
Total Pages: 276
ISBN-13: 1440636613
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →For fans of all ages. Here is an entertaining and easily referenced presentation of insider information to the world that J. K. Rowling has created in her spellbinding series of novels. The Complete Idiot’s Guide® to the World of Harry Potter explores all aspects of the wizarding world and explains them in terms of their relationship to historical, literary, religious, scientific, or mythological roots. —In-depth information on the facts behind all seven books in the Harry Potter series. —Covers all the relevant influences for the Harry Potter series, from religion and mythology to science and literature. —Can be read from cover to cover or used as a quick-reference guide.
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Understanding Islam, 2nd Edition
Author: Yahiya Emerick
Publisher: Penguin
Published: 2004-11-02
Total Pages: 452
ISBN-13: 1101097426
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →An up-close and up-to-date look at an often misunderstood faith This completely revised and updated guide explores the tenets of the Qu’ran (a.k.a. Koran), examines the history of the religion and its relationship to Christianity and Judaism, and features an expanded section on the true story behind “jihad.” It explores Islamic views on war and terrorism, including the Muslim perspective on the tragic events of September 11, and the subsequent U.S. presence in both Afghanistan and Iraq. • Excellent sales for the first edition • Islam is the fastest growing religion in America, with more than six million devoted followers • Features an expanded section on women in Islam, including their status within the Taliban, and the Islamic practice of polygamy
The Complete Idiot's Guide to World Religions, 4th Edition
Author: Brandon Toropov
Publisher: Penguin
Published: 2011-05-03
Total Pages: 557
ISBN-13: 1101514760
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →The updated guide to differences and similarities of faiths around the world In this revised and updated edition of the popular guide to the many faiths followed around the world, modern and ancient religions are extensively covered as well as New Thought religions. This edition also now features a chapter on Sikhism, more coverage of religious extremism in the 21st century, a new chapter on the afterlife, and additional online resources making it the most up–to–date volume available. • Outdoes the competition with more chapters on current and ancient religions • Appeals to students, theologists, and those generally interesting in religions around the world.
World Religions at Your Fingertips
Author: Michael McDowell
Publisher: Penguin
Published: 2009
Total Pages: 356
ISBN-13: 9781592578467
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →"World Religions at Your Fingertips lets you pinpoint the information you want right now, with sections that are highly organized, tightly written, and easy to navigate." --Book Jacket.
