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Lily kong and orlando woods are to be thanked for producing a timely and useful resource for scholars of religion. If i want people in other religions to consider reading the bible, then should i be willing to return the favor and read their holy books. The religions book clearly and simply explains all of the important information about the worlds major, and many minor, religions, in an easytoaccess format using easytofollow graphics and artworks, succinct quotations, and thoroughly accessible text, the religions book explores the beliefs that underpin religious traditions around the globe and how they developed. Love for one another human brotherhood, love for all creation nonviolence and love for. This childrens book on space exploration and travel th. Compelling and accessible, the religions book is the perfect guide for students of religious study, or anyone interested in the ideas of ancient and present day faiths and religious philosophies. For many people, traveling abroad is a spiritual experience. With over 7 million copies worldwide sold to date, these awardwinning books provide just the information needed for students, families, or anyone interested in concise, thoughtprovoking refreshers on a single subject. Principles of the five main world religions hinduism, buddhism, judaism, christianity, and. The religions book clearly explains the key concepts behind the earliest religious beliefs right up to the worlds newest faiths, getting to the heart of what it means to believe. Subjects which can sometimes be daunting, such as religion, politics and philosophy, are. Here is the list of top 10 religion and their holy books.
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Dk publishing is responsible for some of my favourite big ideas told simply infographic and quick reference books. List of world religions and founders, religious books, place. Dk acts as the parent company for alpha books, publisher of the idiots guides series and prima games, video gaming publishers, as well as the awardwinning. List of publications of dorling kindersley wikipedia. The cathedral hosted a memorial service for armstrong on sept. For example, the book of common prayer allows for the inclusion of astronauts, if youre into that. Aug 01, 20 the religions book clearly and simply explains all of the important information about the worlds major, and many minor, religions, in an easytoaccess format. Competition, conflict and violence in the contemporary world appeals to many contemporary themes and trends, including interest in the material and spatial aspects of religion, as well as the contestation and dynamics of plural societies. This is a list of the books published by dorling kindersley, part of penguin random house.
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