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Understanding Islam and Muslim traditions

an introduction to the religious practices, celebrations, festivals, observances, beliefs, folklore, customs, and calendar system of the world's Muslim communities, including an overview of Islamic history and geography
2004
Presents an introduction to the history, beliefs, and practices of Islam, focusing on the cultural aspects of the religion and the diversity of interpretation, practice, and custom within the Muslim world.

101 things everyone should know about Catholicism

Beliefs, practices, customs, and traditions
2005
Outlines 101 key components of Catholicism, including information on major events that have shaped the religion's history, the Catholic understanding of heaven and hell, the structure of the Church's hierarchy, interpretation of scripture, and more.

Matzah ball

a Passover story
1994
Aaron can't pass up a chance to attend an Orioles game at Camden Yards, even though it's during Passover and he'll have to bring special food.

Hindu festivals throughout the year

2004
Introduces the main religious festivals of Hinduism, telling the story behind each festival, describing how it is celebrated around the world, and providing instructions for related activities.

The family treasury of Jewish holidays

1994
Recounts the history and rituals of ten Jewish holidays, including appropriate games, recipes, and songs.

Muslim holidays

1999
Briefly describes the beliefs of Muslims and eight of the special celebrations that are part of the Islamic faith.

Islamic customs and culture

2009
Presents a brief overview of Islamic customs and culture, and describes the religious practices of Islam, ceremonies and celebrations, literature, and other related topics.

Chicken soup for the Jewish soul

stories to open the heart and rekindle the spirit
2001
Presents over one hundred short inspirational stories that celebrate the joys, sorrows, and challenges of being Jewish.

Sikhism

2006
Inderjeet, a young Sikh boy, introduces readers to his religion's sacred texts, worship practices, festivals, and holy places and describes his family's spiritual traditions.

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