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Comparative Religion for Dummies
Contributor(s): Lazarus, William P. (Author), Sullivan, Mark (Author)
ISBN: 0470230657     ISBN-13: 9780470230657
Publisher: For Dummies
OUR PRICE:   $23.39  
Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats
Published: May 2008
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Annotation: There are three dominant monotheistic religions: Judaism, Christianity and Islam. Their roots all trace back more than 4,000 years to the same origin: Abraham. "Origins of Modern Religion For Dummies" explores the Abrahamic faiths, and follows the evolution of these three religions from their common origin to their differing, yet linked, beliefs.
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BISAC Categories:
- Religion | Religion, Politics & State
Dewey: 200.9
LCCN: 2008924946
Series: For Dummies
Physical Information: 0.85" H x 7.37" W x 9.07" (1.24 lbs) 384 pages
 
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Publisher Description:
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? 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