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Illustrated Guide to World Religions by Michael D Coogan 2003 Paperback

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Author: Michael D. Coogan Illustrator: Yes Book Title: Illustrated Guide to World Religions Publisher: Oxford University Press, Incorporated Number of Pages: 288 Pages Item Height: 1.3 in Dewey Edition: 21 Format: Trade Paperback Publication Year: 2003 Item Weight: 32.8 Oz ISBN-13: 9780195219975 Item Width: 9.1 in Genre: Religion gtin13: 9780195219975 Synopsis: Graced with rich illustrations and written by a team of eminent scholars, The Illustrated Guide to World Religions presents a wealth of information on faiths around the world. Each chapter in this volume examines one of seven major world religions--from Judaism to Christianity and from Islam to Buddhism--and contains information about its holidays and festivities, key historical and mythological figures, architectural styles, calendars, language, and important texts. Generously peppered throughout the book are small, succinct sidebars on such issues as the afterlife, the role of women, the importance of saints, and the quest for higher wisdom. We discover, for instance, that Pure Land Buddhism--found mainly in China, Japan, and Tibet--holds that meditation on a particular deity at the moment of death will help insure rebirth into that deity's celestial domain. In Judaism, on the other hand, the concept of an afterlife has never played a central role. Uniquely organized in a manner that encourages comparative analysis, the book's lavish full-color art, maps, and photographs all focus on faith in practice, in both elaborate ritual and everyday life. Religion continues to be a monumental force in a rapidly changing world. Whether tracing the origins of your own faith or attempting to satisfy a curiosity about religious practices an ocean away, The Illustrated Guide to World Religions will be a fascinating and indispensable guide to the complexity of the world's living religions., Graced with rich illustrations and written by a team of eminent scholars, The Illustrated Guide to World Religions presents a wealth of information on faiths around the world. Each chapter in this volume examines one of seven major world religions--from Judaism to Christianity and from Islam to Buddhism--and contains information about its holidays and festivities, key historical and mythological figures, architectural styles, calendars, language, and important texts. The book deals with such issues as the afterlife, the role of women, the importance of saints, and the quest for higher wisdom. We discover, for instance, that Pure Land Buddhism--found mainly in China, Japan, and Tibet--holds that meditation on a particular deity at the moment of death will help insure rebirth into that deity's celestial domain. In Judaism, on the other hand, the concept of an afterlife has never played a central role. Uniquely organized in a manner that encourages comparative analysis, the book's lavish full-color art, maps, and photographs all focus on faith in practice, in both elaborate ritual and everyday life. Religion continues to be a monumental force in a rapidly changing world. Whether tracing the origins of your own faith or attempting to satisfy a curiosity about religious practices an ocean away, The Illustrated Guide to World Religions will be a fascinating and indispensable guide to the complexity of the world's living religions., Graced with rich illustrations and written by a team of eminent scholars, The Illustrated Guide to World Religions presents a wealth of information on faiths around the world. Each chapter in this volume examines one of seven major world religions--from Judaism to Christianity and from Islam to Buddhism--and contains information about its holidays and festivities, key historical and mythological figures, architectural styles, calendars, language, and important texts., Graced with rich illustrations and written by a team of eminent scholars, this book presents a wealth of information on faiths around the world. Each chapter in this volume examines one of seven major world religions--from Judaism to Christianity and from Islam to Buddhism. Reviews: "This book reminds us that religion today is, as it has always been, a central force in human culture.... Anyone who reads it will likely be far better educated at the end than when he starts."--Wisconsin State Journal "The information included... is accurate and presented in lively prose, and the color photographs and maps greatly enhance reading pleasure. Recommended for public libraries."--Library Journal "Impressive job of summing up in clear, precise, and easy-to-understand prose the precepts, history, and practices of the world's major faiths...beautifully illustrated.... The reference shelves have been lacking a good, comprehensie yet accessible religion guide. It's a pleasure to see such a concise, readable, and attractive piece of erudition address that need."--Amazon.com "...this beautifully packaged book will be particularly useful to those seeking background information on major faith groups that is at the same time pertinent and fascinating." --Phil Anderson, The Capital-Journal "This sumptuous guide to world religions is not only a delight to the eye but also serves a utilitarian purpose of giving us much needed information about seven major world religions.... Highly recommended!"--Christianity and the Arts, "This book reminds us that religion today is, as it has always been, a central force in human culture.... Anyone who reads it will likely be far better educated at the end than when he starts."--Wisconsin State Journal"The information included... is accurate and presented in lively prose, and the color photographs and maps greatly enhance reading pleasure. Recommended for public libraries."--Library Journal"Impressive job of summing up in clear, precise, and easy-to-understand prose the precepts, history, and practices of the world's major faiths...beautifully illustrated.... The reference shelves have been lacking a good, comprehensie yet accessible religion guide. It's a pleasure to see such a concise, readable, and attractive piece of erudition address that need."--Amazon.com"...this beautifully packaged book will be particularly useful to those seeking background information on major faith groups that is at the same time pertinent and fascinating." --Phil Anderson, The Capital-Journal"This sumptuous guide to world religions is not only a delight to the eye but also serves a utilitarian purpose of giving us much needed information about seven major world religions.... Highly recommended!"--Christianity and the Arts brand: Oxford University Press, Incorporated Intended Audience: Trade ISBN-10: 019521997X Topic: Reference, Comparative Religion, General Item Length: 7 in Dewey Decimal: 291 Language: English TitleLeading: The

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Used - Good This item shows signs of wear from consistent use, but it remains in good condition and works perfectly. All pages and cover are intact , but may have aesthetic issues such as small tears, bends, scratches, and scuffs. Spine may also show signs of wear. Pages may include some notes and highlighting. May include "From the library of" labels. Satisfaction Guaranteed. The Illustrated Guide to World Religions [ ] Used - Good ISBN-13 : 9780195219975 Book

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