World religions (Facts on File)
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1) Islam
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English
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An overview of Islam chronicling the religion's impact historically and in the modern world and discussing its origins, basic beliefs, structure, places of worship, and rites of passage.
2) Buddhism
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English
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The story of Buddhism's origins and its development into three major schools of thought--and presents the particular beliefs and practicesof those schools of Buddhism that still flourish today.
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Examines the history and customs of Protestantisn from its beginnings in the 16th century to present day. Includes discussions of contemporary issues such as birth control, abortion, relationship between religion and politics, diversity among protestants, and more.
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African religion
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5) Confucianism
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English
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Describes how the teachings of Confucius evolved from a social order to a religion, infusing all phases of Chinese life for 2000 years.
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Presents the history of the Native American religions, starting from their roots as tribal religions, and then details the detrimental effects of European colonization, the annihilation of the Native Americans that threatened the religions, and their restoration in the 20th 20th century.
7) Shinto
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Developed in prehistoric times, Shinto is the true expression of what it means to be Japanese. Less a formal religious statement than a deeply ingrained way of life, the rituals, traditions, and values of Shinto have both shaped and been shaped by Japanese culture.
8) Sikhism
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English
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Describes the basic tenets of Sikhism, tells the story of its growth in India, examines the recent move toward greater political independence within the Indian nation, the effects of Hindu nationalism on the Sikh community, and issues of cultural adaptation, persecution, and and subsequent education now taking place in the West.
9) Taoism
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Text and accompanying photographs trace the progress of Taoist thought, revealing the essence of a mystical tradition that has quietly evolved over the centuries, keeping its peace amidst the rise and fall of civilizations.
10) Zoroastrianism
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Traces the history and beliefs of Zoroastrianism and its followers determination through centuries of persecution and hardship into the present day. The Iranian and Indian Zoroastrian communities in which the religion has thrived without missionary efforts or vast numb numbers of believers is also explored.
11) Baha'i Faith
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English
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Explores all aspects of the Baha'i faith, from the original s of its founder, Baha'u'llah, to the modern-day communities that exist in 236 countries and territories throughout the world.
12) Hinduism
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English
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Discusses the history, beliefs, and traditions of Hinduism, dispelling misconceptions and providing understanding of the interconnection of religion and politics in India, the problems facing Hindu communities around the world and American movements in Hinduism.
13) Judaism
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English
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An account of the history and rituals of Judaism, examining such areas as sacred use of the Hebrew language and the role of the faith in establishing the contemporary nation of Israel.