Author : Jonathan Z. Smith
Publisher : Harper San Francisco
Page : 1154 pages
File Size : 12,18 MB
Release : 1996
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780006279679
Offers more than three thousand articles on the world of religion.
Author : John R. Hinnells
Publisher : Wiley-Blackwell
Page : 760 pages
File Size : 19,31 MB
Release : 1995
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780631181392
This dictionary is a thoroughly revised and expanded edition of the book published in 1984 as the Penguin Dictionary of Religions. It has undergone substantial change and considerable expansion, doubling the number of contributors from all parts of the world. In the study of religions, substantial changes have occurred in the last decade, and these are reflected in the book, with new sections on Afro-Caribbean religious movements, changes in North America, traditional religions in Latin America and new movements in Japan. The dictionary also addresses broad thematic issues: migration and diaspora, gender and sexuality, mysticism and pilgrimage. Recent advances in scholarship are included, and notable revisions or new commissions cover Hindus, Buddhism, Early Christianity, Jains, Gnostics and New Religious movements in the West. Established in its previous edition as the standard reference work for students and teachers of the world's religions, this newly revised and expanded edition is an essential reference source. It has a full bibliography, index and synoptic index, as well as numerous maps and diagrams.
Author : George D. Chryssides
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 447 pages
File Size : 44,67 MB
Release : 2012
Category : Reference
ISBN : 0810861941
New religious movements--commonly known as cults--are defined as organizations that have arisen within the last 200 years. Most treatments of these movements have typically resorted to sensationalism rather than objectivity, and New religious movements tend to receive negative media publicity. Despite their unfavorable portrayal in popular culture, however, new religious movements are a global phenomenon and much remains to be studied about these movements. In this newly updated second edition of the Historical Dictionary of New Religious Movements, George D. Chryssides traces the rise and development of new religious movements throughout the world. An updated introduction summarizes the phenomenon of new religious movements and lays out the changes to the dictionary since the 2001 edition, while the main body of the dictionary consists of close to 600 cross-referenced entries on key figures, ideas, themes, and places related to various new religious movements. An index organizes the information in the dictionary, and a comprehensive bibliography leads the researcher to further sources. This book is an excellent access point for students, researchers, and anyone wanting to know more about new religious movements.
Author : Philip Wilkinson
Publisher : DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 21,82 MB
Release : 1999
Category : Religions
ISBN : 9780789447111
In an easy-to-follow, accessible reference format, this book uses over 700 full-color illustrations and clear text to explain, identify, and compare the major religions of the world from Zoroastrianism and ancient Egyptian rituals to Hinduism, Christianity, Islam, and Judaism.
Author : John R. Hinnells
Publisher : Penguin (Non-Classics)
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 13,84 MB
Release : 1997
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780140512618
This fully revised and updated dictionary is an invaluable reference for students of religion, containing a comprehensive bibliography as well as general and synoptic indexes.
Author : Mark Vernon
Publisher : Hodder & Stoughton
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 47,38 MB
Release : 2009
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780550103444
Even in our high-tech world, billions of people continue to place their faith in a god, or gods, in spirits or in another form of divinity. Many adhere to beliefs outside the major faith traditions, while others see science and secular modernity as providing a sufficient basis for a meaningful life.
Author : H. Wayne House
Publisher : Baker Books
Page : 792 pages
File Size : 31,10 MB
Release : 2019-02-19
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1493415905
With all of the different religions, sects, denominations, and belief systems out there, it can be difficult to separate the facts from mere opinion, especially if one is relying solely on online sources which may or may not be vetted and which often have an ideological or political slant to them. How can we truly understand if we cannot even be sure we are getting the facts straight? In this comprehensive resource, more than 75 evangelical scholars offer a thoroughly researched guide to Christianity, other world religions, and alternative religious views, including entries on movements, theological terms, and major historical figures. Perfect for pastors, students, and anyone who wants ready access to information on today's religious landscape.
Author : Jeffery D. Long
Publisher : Scarecrow Press
Page : 391 pages
File Size : 27,69 MB
Release : 2011-09-09
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0810879603
The Historical Dictionary of Hinduism relates the history of Hinduism through a chronology, an introductory essay, photos, an extensive bibliography, and over 1,000 cross referenced dictionary entries on Hindu terminology, names of major historical figures and movements, gods and goddesses, prominent temples, terms for items used in Hindu practice, major texts, philosophical concepts, and more. This book is an excellent access point for students, researchers, and anyone wanting to know more about Hinduism.
Author : Charles Taliaferro
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 393 pages
File Size : 11,3 MB
Release : 2018-01-25
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 1501325248
A Dictionary of Philosophy of Religion is an indispensable resource for students and scholars. Covering historical and contemporary figures, arguments, and terms, it offers an overview of the vital themes that make philosophy of religion the growing, vigorous field that it is today. It covers world religions and sources from east and west. Entries have been crafted for clarity, succinctness, and engagement. This second edition includes new entries, extended coverage of non-Christian topics, as well as revisions and updates throughout. The first edition was named a Choice Outstanding Academic Title of the Year.
Author : Keith R. Crim
Publisher : Nashville, Tenn. : Abingdon
Page : 872 pages
File Size : 26,23 MB
Release : 1981
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780687004096
A guide to the historical development, beliefs, and practices of the world's religions.
