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World Religions: An Indispensable Introduction
Contributor(s): McDermott, Gerald R. (Author)
ISBN: 141854597X     ISBN-13: 9781418545970
Publisher: Thomas Nelson
OUR PRICE:   $18.99  
Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats
Published: March 2011
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BISAC Categories:
- Religion | Comparative Religion
- Religion | Christian Theology - Apologetics
- Religion | Biblical Studies - Bible Study Guides
Dewey: 200
LCCN: 2011283041
Series: Nelson's Quick Guides
Physical Information: 0.5" H x 5" W x 6.9" (0.25 lbs) 144 pages
Themes:
- Religious Orientation - Christian
 
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Publisher Description:

An essential introduction to eight of the world's major religions. Gerald R. McDermott explains what you need to understand about major world religions in order to engage people of other faiths while better understanding your own Christian faith and practice. McDermott offers an overview of the central beliefs of Christianity, Judaism, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucianism, Daoism, and Shinto. Each chapter includes explanations of traditions and rituals. McDermott discusses major figures within each religion.

Features include:

  • Insights from members of each religious community
  • Glossary of important terms