A fact-filled overview of the world’s major faiths, plus a variety of ancient religions and smaller religious communities.
With so many religions in the world, it isn’t easy to recall each faith’s key influences, spiritual figures, and dogmas. Written in easy-to-understand language, Religion 101 offers a fascinating—and memorable—glimpse at the sacred stories, traditions, and doctrines that have influenced today’s most popular religions.
From Jesus to the Kabbalah to the Buddhist Wheel of Existence, this book provides you with thought-provoking insight into the customs and beliefs of common faiths like Christianity, Judaism, Buddhism, and Islam. Inside, you will also discover hundreds of important religious facts, illustrations, and thought puzzles that you won’t be able to find anywhere else. Whether you’re looking to unravel the mysteries of existence and meaning, or just want to learn more about the teachings of Confucius and the concept of karma, Religion 101 has the answers—even the ones you didn’t know you were looking for.
