beliefs

Faced with the difficulties of growing up and choosing a religion, a twelve-year-old girl talks over her problems with her own private God.

A look at the various religious groups in the Middle East and how their differences contribute to the conflicts there.

Argues that the differences between the world's religions are far greater than previously acknowledged, and presents cautionary advice against underestimating these differences.

Explains the key tenets of various belief systems found all over the world and charts the impact of religion on human culture throughout history. Features color photographs and illustrations throughout.

The Evolution of Major Faiths World Religions looks at the beliefs and practices of many different religions, from the ancient Egyptians 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. The distinctive identities of different faiths are explored in World Religions by studying the main principles and thinking of each religion. 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.

An introduction to religion and philosophy, examining global religions such as Christianity, Judaism, and Buddhism, along with other more obscure faiths, and discussing the ideas of philosophers such as Aristotle, Socrates, and Plato, as well as more modern thinkers such as Kierkegaard, Nietzsche, and Kant.

Shows the development of this great world faith, from the time of the Prophet to the present day. Covers basic beliefs and forms of worship, historical figures and empires, festivals music and art and more.

Outlines the basic features and guiding ideas of religions around the world, including Christianity, Buddhism, Judaism, Islam, and others; discusses the importance of learning about other faiths; and offers guidance on communicating with people with different belief systems.

Profiles major and less prominent religions around the world, describing their histories, tenets, customs, and world views; describes the lives of fifty significant figures in the histories of various religions; and presents excerpts from eighteen religious writings, speeches, and sacred texts, accompanied by thoughts for discussion and further reading lists.