Religions of the World, Media and Research Update & Time Pkg. - Softcover

Hopfe, Lewis M.; Woodward, Mark R.; Ellwood Emeritus, Robert S.

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9780131629318: Religions of the World, Media and Research Update & Time Pkg.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 013162931X ISBN 13: 9780131629318

Publisher: Pearson, 2004

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For introductory courses in World Religions; also appropriate as a supplementary text for courses in Anthropology and Sociology of Religion.

This intro to world religions is ideal for students with no previous exposure to religion because of its accessible style and comprehensive, yet concise, presentation. Offering accurate, comparative descriptions of religions, it gives background material on religious theory and study, while exploring the historical and cultural factors. Unlike other texts, Religions of the World includes chapters on Native American and African religions as well as Jainism, Sikhism, Zoroastrianism, and Baha'i.

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Review:

"The main strength is that it covers the major religions adequately. The other strength is that it covers the traditional religions in the Americas and in Africa. The other strength is that the vocabulary words are bolded and there is a glossary for them. "

- Ivory Lyonns, Mount Union College

"Very good textbook, it covers all the world religions from east to the west, this means, it is complete, thorough, and comprehensive. It gives a place to discuss those new religions such as Baha'i faith and some other hot topics such as Religion and Violence, etc. It offers some new perspectives and points of view to consider regarding religion and its role in the contemporary world."

-Hong Qu, Iowa State University

From the Back Cover:

Widely adopted for its accessible style and comprehensive, yet concise, presentation, Religions of the World is ideal for students with no previous exposure to world religions. This best-selling text offers accurate, comparative descriptions of a broad range of religions. In addition to background material on religious theory and study, this text explores living religions in terms of the historical and cultural factors that produced them, the lives of their founders, their basic teachings, and their historical development and current status in the world. Primary source readings with specific representative samples are provided in each chapter.

Important features of Religions of the World 9e:

Full-color "Portfolio of World Religions" photo sections—Full color photos enhance the impact of the religious imagery and engage students' attention.
Full chapter-length coverage of African Religions, Baha'i, Native American Religions, and Zoroastrianism—Extended coverage of these religious groups is often missing in other texts.
Expanded coverage of Islam and New Religious Movements—Brings students up-to-date with Islam post September 11; enhances students' understanding of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in the United States and the Falun Dafa in China.

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