Religions of the world (12nd ed )

Closely edited for clarity and readability, and conceivedfor students with little or no background in the academic study of religions, Religions of the World not only explains why it is imperative to study religion, but offers the most up-to-date and historically accurate coverage of the world's major religions supported by primary source documents, coverage of religions as they exist today, and integrated media resources.

In preparing thetwelfthedition ofReligions of the World,MarkWoodwarddrew on his introductory teaching experience to thousands of undergraduates over the last decade and his living / working experiences in Asian Christian, Buddhist, Confucian and Muslim societies for extended periods. He continues to stress the importance of religion in the world's cultures, and the need to promote harmony and understanding among people of different faiths.

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Brief Table of Contents

1 Basic Religions and World Religions

2 Native American Religions

3 African Religions

RELIGIONS ORIGINATING IN INDIA

4 Hinduism

5 Jainism

6 Buddhism

7 Sikhism

RELIGIONS ORIGINATING IN CHINA AND JAPAN

8 Chinese Religions

9 Shinto

RELIGIONS ORIGINATING IN THE MIDDLE EAST

10 Zoroastrianism

11 Judaism

12 Christianity

13 Islam

14 Baha'i (Online Bonus Chapter)

GLOSSARY

CREDITS

INDEX