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  • Sikhism

    Nikky-Guninder Kaur Singh

    Hardcover (Facts on File, July 1, 2004)
    Discusses the origin of Sikhism as an attempt to reconcile the beliefs of Muslims and Hindus, the conflicts it has faced over the centuries, and recent developments.

  • Islam: World Religions

    Matthew S. Gordon

    Hardcover (Facts on File, Oct. 1, 2001)
    An overview of Islam chronicles the religion's impact historically and in the modern world discussing its origins, basic beliefs, structure, places of worship, and rites of passage.

  • Islam

    Matthew S. Gordon

    Hardcover (Facts on File, Sept. 1, 2006)
    Examines the history, tenets, and practices of Islam from its origins to the present day, and discusses the modern relationship between religion and politics.

  • Islam

    Professor of Middle East and Islamic History Matthew S Gordon, Joanne O'Brien, Martin Palmer

    Library Binding (Chelsea House Pub, May 1, 2009)
    Discusses the founding of Islam, the various sects, and its continued growth and strength throughout the world today.
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  • Taoism

    Paula R. Hartz

    Hardcover (Facts on File, July 1, 2004)
    Discusses the history, beliefs, rituals, and renewed interest in Taoism.

  • Facts About Islam

    Alison Cooper

    Library Binding (Rosen Central, Aug. 15, 2010)
    Explores the basic facts of the Islamic faith including its origins, celebrations, the role of its leaders, and manner of worship.
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  • Hinduism

    Natalie Myra Rosinsky

    Library Binding (Compass Point Books, July 1, 2009)
    Hinduism is the oldest organized religion in the world, tracing its start back to 3500 b.c.e. About 98 percent of the world’s Hindus live in India. Hindus acknowledge one central creator god, but they worship many gods, who may assume various physical forms, called avatars, on Earth. Learn more about the rich history and traditions of Hinduism and how the religion fits into today’s world in Hinduism, part of the World Religions series.
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  • Hinduism

    Madhu Bazaz Wangu

    Library Binding (Facts on File, Oct. 1, 2006)
    Examines Hinduism, including its origin, beliefs, followers, ceremonies, demography, cultural contributions, and sacred sites.

  • Judaism

    Martha A. Morrison, Stephen F. Brown

    Hardcover (Facts on File, Oct. 1, 2006)
    An account of the history and rituals of Judaism, examining such areas as sacred use of the Hebrew language and the role of the faith in establishing the contemporary nation of Israel.

  • Confucianism

    Thomas Hoobler, Dorothy Hoobler

    Hardcover (Facts on File, July 1, 2004)
    Discusses how the teachings of Confucius evolved from a social order to a religion, describing its origins, beliefs, rituals, and its role in China and around the world.

  • Shinto

    Paula R. Hartz

    Hardcover (Facts on File, July 15, 2004)
    Discusses the history of the Shinto religion in Japan, describing its origins, basic beliefs, rituals, and festivals, and how it is practiced today.

  • Native American Religions

    Paula Hartz

    Hardcover (Facts on File (J), May 16, 1997)
    Surveys the history and basic beliefs of Native American religions.
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