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The Religions Book: Big Ideas Simply Explained

by DK

A visual introduction to the world’s major religions

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A visual introduction to the world’s major religions

Organized around five major faiths—Islam, Christianity, Judaism, Buddhism, and Hinduism—this illustrated reference book introduces beliefs and concepts alongside the development of religious traditions. Charts, timelines, graphs, mind maps, and step-by-step summaries provide several ways to approach the material, while sections also consider religion’s place in society and the search for spiritual meaning. Its broad survey format offers an overview rather than an in-depth account of any single tradition.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Adults beginning to explore world religions
  • Students seeking a broad overview of major faiths
  • Readers who prefer reference material with visual aids

Themes

Major world religionsBelief and spiritual meaningDevelopment of religious traditionsReligion and society

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Book overview

Learn about the primal beliefs to the world's great faiths in The Religions Book.

Part of the fascinating Big Ideas series, this book tackles tricky topics and themes in a simple and easy to follow format. Learn about Religions in this overview guide to the subject, great for beginners looking to learn and experts wishing to refresh their knowledge alike! The Religions Book brings a fresh and vibrant take on the topic through eye-catching graphics and diagrams to immerse yourself in.

This captivating book will broaden your understanding of Religions, with:

- Each of the world's five major faiths - Islam, Christianity, Judaism, Buddhism, and Hinduism in its own, dedicated section
- Packed with facts, charts, timelines and graphs to help explain core concepts
- A visual approach to big subjects with striking illustrations and graphics throughout
- Easy to follow text makes topics accessible for people at any level of understanding

The Religions Book is the perfect introduction to the world's most widely practiced religions, aimed at adults with an interest in the subject and students wanting to gain more of an overview. Here you'll find the ideas behind ancient and modern faiths and spiritual philosophies, and the place of religion in the world.

Your Religious Questions, Simply Explained

This book explores the beliefs that underpin religious traditions around the globe, and how they developed. If you thought it was difficult to learn about the world's main faiths, The Religions Book presents key information in a clear layout. Learn the primal beliefs to the world's great faiths and the continuing quest for spiritual meaning in our complex world, and get to the heart of what it means to believe in God, and religion's place in society, with fantastic mind maps and step-by-step summaries.

The Big Ideas Series


With millions of copies sold worldwide, The Religions Book is part of the award-winning Big Ideas series from DK. The series uses striking graphics along with engaging writing, making big topics easy to understand.
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