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  • Buddhism

    Sue Penney

    Library Binding (Heinemann/Raintree, Jan. 1, 2001)
    Explains the origins, evolution, teachings, and celebrations of the Buddhist religion.
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  • Christianity

    Sue Penney

    Paperback (Heinemann Library, )
    None
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  • The Usborne Encyclopedia of World Religions

    S. Meredith, C. Hickman

    Hardcover (Usborne Books, Jan. 1, 2006)
    Hardback Internet linked book from Usborne, published 2005. It attempts to present a balanced description of each religion among the vast array of world religions.

  • World Beliefs and Culture: Buddhism Cased

    Sue Penney

    Hardcover (Heinemann Library, )
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  • Buddhism

    Sue Penney

    Paperback (Heinemann, Sept. 12, 2007)
    Why is the lotus flower an important Buddhist symbol? What are the three most important Buddhist teachings? What is Nirvana? Discover the rich cultural background behind this world religion. Find out where Buddhism originated, trace its history, and explore the meanings of its symbols. Explore Buddhism's holy books and religious teachings. Learn about major festivals, celebrations, and rites of passage. Meet young people from around the world who share their reflections about Buddhism.
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  • Judaism

    Sue Penney

    Paperback (Heinemann, Sept. 12, 2007)
    Where and when did Judaism begin? What was Diaspora? Why do Jews crush a glass during a wedding ceremony? Discover the rich cultural background behind this major world religion. Find out where Judaism originated, trace its history, and explore the meanings of its symbols. Explore Jewish holy books and religious teachings. Learn about major festivals, celebrations, and rites of passage. Meet young people from around the world who share their reflections about Judaism.
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  • Islam

    Sue Penney

    Hardcover (Heinemann Intl Inc, Sept. 30, 2007)
    An overview of the beliefs and customs of Islam, including an introduction to sacred texts, a history of the religion, important holidays, and worship practices around the world.

  • Judaism

    Sue Penney

    Library Binding (Cannaxi, Aug. 11, 2008)
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  • Judaism

    Sue Penney

    Library Binding (Heinemann, Sept. 13, 2007)
    Where and when did Judaism begin? What was Diaspora? Why do Jews crush a glass during a wedding ceremony? Discover the rich cultural background behind this major world religion. Find out where Judaism originated, trace its history, and explore the meanings of its symbols. Explore Jewish holy books and religious teachings. Learn about major festivals, celebrations, and rites of passage. Meet young people from around the world who share their reflections about Judaism.

  • Sikhism

    Sue Penney

    Library Binding
    None

  • Hinduism

    Sue Penney

    Hardcover (Heinemann Intl Inc, Sept. 30, 2007)
    This series is a fully updated guide to the world's religions. Each title covers a particular religion including history, sacred texts, festivals and family life. The titles include discussion of contemporary religious issues. The books include points of view of people of the faith from around the world. World maps and timelines place the religion in context.

  • Hinduism

    Sue Penney

    Library Binding
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