Publisher's Synopsis
This volume acts as an introduction for pupils to the idea of signs and symbols, their role in daily life, how they function as part of myth and religion and how they have special meaning for believers. It provides an introduction to the variety of ways in which dress, actions, objects and names can be given significance both in the world and in religion.;All the books in this series are relatively short and self-contained, making it suitable for those RE departments which operate independently as well as those who contribute to a Humanities course.
