Publisher's Synopsis
Major Religions of the World is a comprehensive guide to the major religions practiced around the world. This large print edition is written by Marcus Bach, a renowned scholar of religion and spirituality. The book covers the origins, beliefs, practices, and traditions of Christianity, Islam, Judaism, Hinduism, Buddhism, Taoism, Confucianism, and Shintoism. It also explores the lesser-known religions of Jainism, Sikhism, Zoroastrianism, and Baha'i. Each chapter includes a brief history of the religion, its major beliefs and practices, and its influence on society and culture. The book features easy-to-read text and large, clear images that help readers understand the complexities of each religion. Major Religions of the World is an essential resource for anyone seeking to understand the diversity of religious beliefs and practices around the world.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
