The Encyclopedia of World Religions

by Robert S. Ellwood (Editor), Gregory D. Alles (Editor)
The Encyclopedia of World Religions, Revised Edition provides young adults with reliable, unbiased, and easy-to-use information on the world’s religions, from ancient times to the present day. In about 600 entries—with 115 new to this edition&151this revised edition covers all the major and minor religions of the world, including the religions of the ancient world; the major religions practiced around the world today; religions of contemporary indigenous peoples; definitions of religious symbols and ideas; key leaders and thinkers; and terms and definitions.