Books in Looking into World Religions series

Discusses the history of the Shinto religion in Japan, describing its origins, basic beliefs, rituals, and festivals, and how it is practiced today.

Surveys the history and basic beliefs of Native American religions.

Explores the Jewish faith by examining the history, practices, and beliefs.

Judaism by Daniel Wool, World Religions, Copyright in 2007 by Marshall Cavendish Corporation

Presents the story of Buddhism's origins and growth through the centuries, discussing its basic philosophy and the evolution of the three major schools of Buddhist thought.

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.

Explores the Buddhist faith by examining the history, practices, and beliefs of the religion.

"Provides an overview of the history and origins, basic tenets and beliefs, organizations, traditions, customs, rites, societal and historical influences, and modern-day impact of Buddhism"--Provided by publisher.

Describes how the teachings of Confucius evolved from a social order to a religion, infusing all phases of Chinese life for 2000 years.

Describes the beliefs, history, and faith associated with the Baha'i religion, and provides reasons for the faith's growing popularity with not only poor countries, but with wealthier ones as well.

An illustrated history and explanation of the beliefs and practices of Buddhism.

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.