Books in World Religions series

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Introduces the ancient religion of Judaism through the eyes of a Jewish child living in St. Louis.

Examines the origins and history of Hinduism, and explores its sacred texts the Vedas, Upanishads, and other writings that include stories, hymns, poems, and rituals on which Hindus base their beliefs.

Provides a history of the religion, offering information on Buddhist foundations, scriptures, worldview, worship, holidays, and some of its most famous practictioners.

Provides a history of the Japanese religion, discussing its worship of spiritual presences known as kami, its emphasis on rituals and festivals, its calendar, and its choice of leaders.

Provides a history of the religion, offering information on Buddhist foundations, scriptures, worldview, worship, holidays, and some of its most famous practictioners.

Explaining the fundamental differences, practices and believes of the main religions of the world, this illustrated book includes quotations, religious text, maps and key dates.

This new fourth edition tells the story of Buddhism's origins and its development into three major schools of thought. It explores the concept of the 'socially enlightened Buddhist'; the growth and practice of Buddhism in America and the recent revival of Buddhism in Asia as well as giving an overall view of the faith.

Provides the history of Judaism, offering information on Jewish scriptures, synagogues, holidays, and the future of Judaism.

- An essential resource for studying diversity- Time line- Maps showing the origins, dissemination, and current distribution of each religion- Glossary, Index- Sources for further information

A narrative history of Protestantism, tracing its growth and customs from its beginning to the present.

With roots in the Punjab region, Sikhism is based on the teachings of the ten Gurus who encouraged devotion to God and service to people of all faiths while developing traditions which helped the faith survive persecution. Today Sikhs live and worship worldwide.