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Comparative Religion for Dummies by William P. Lazarus

Comparative Religion for Dummies

William P. Lazarus, Mark Sullivan

Wiley · Paperback · April 28, 2008

Understand the beliefs, customs, and rituals of each faith The fun and easy way to know the common elements of these widespread religions Want to know more about the faiths of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam?

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Comparative Religion, History of Religion, Ecumenism
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Wiley, April 28, 2008

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Understand the beliefs, customs, and rituals of each faith The fun and easy way to know the common elements of these widespread religions Want to know more about the faiths of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam?

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This plain-English guide traces their evolution from their commonorigin - Abraham - and explains their different, yet linked, beliefs.You'll see how each religion developed, endured setbacks, and became a fixture in modern society - and you'll learn how members havedeveloped similar approaches to worship. Discover: - How the belief in one God originated - The roots of Abraham's family tree - The sacred texts of each faith - Major similarities and differences - How these religions influenced the world

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  • Religion & Politics
Authors
William P. Lazarus, Mark Sullivan
Publisher
Wiley
Published
April 28, 2008
Format
Paperback
Reading lane
Religion & Politics