Religions of the World, 13th edition

Published by Pearson (July 14, 2021) © 2016

  • Lewis M. Hopfe Deceased
  • Mark R. Woodward Arizona State University
  • Brett Hendrickson
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Title overview

Religions of the World provides a guided exploration of each of the world's major faiths, imparting the knowledge you need to better understand today's world. By explaining religious diversity and complex themes within a historical context, the authors help you relate to cultures very different from your own.

Table of contents

Introduction and Overview

PART I: RELIGIONS ORIGINATING IN THE AMERICAS AND AFRICA

1. The Study of Religions
2. Native American Religions
3. African Religions

PART II: RELIGIONS ORIGINATING IN INDIA
4. Hinduism
5. Jainism
6. Buddhism
7. Sikhism

PART III: RELIGIONS ORIGINATING IN CHINA AND JAPAN
8. Chinese Religions
9. Shinto

PART IV: RELIGIONS ORIGINATING IN THE MIDDLE EAST
10. Judaism
11. Christianity
12. Islam
13. Baha'i

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