Illustrated Dictionary of Religions

Download or read book Illustrated Dictionary of Religions written by Philip Wilkinson and published by . This book was released on 2002-02 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written for readers of all ages. Makes sense of more than 15 key world religions, from the beliefs of the ancient civilizations of Egypt & Greece to present-day religions, such as Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, Christianity, & Islam. Organized chronologically, the dictionary begins with a short introduction that analyzes the nature of religion & looks at common themes, shared beliefs, conflicts, & benefits. Each section focuses on a particular religion or religious tradition, & cross-references enable comparisons between different religions. Includes a clear, informative text & a unique selection of color photos of places of worship, ceremonies, icons, & scriptures from around the world.