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This book introduces the fundamentals of Islam through the eyes of a Muslim child living in Detroit.

This book introduces the basics of Roman Catholicism through the eyes of a Catholic child.

Examines the interwoven branches of Orthodox and Roman Catholic Christianity.

"Learn how and why Hinduism has survived as one of the oldest and largest world religions, with nearly a billion followers located mostly in India. Hinduism encompasses wide practices and traditions largely due to its great capacity to integrate the new with the old. Students will learn about the descendants of the Indus River Valley, whos, around 1500 B.C.E., used Sanskrit to transcribe their daily rituals and customs. Students will also discover...

"One of the world's oldest surviving religions, Judaism is both a theology and a way of life for over 12 million followers in the world today. The first religion to be founded upon the principle of monotheism, Judaism has survived despite persecution against its people throughout the ages. Trace the history of Jewish culture, from Abraham's covenant with God to the Exile of the Jews from the Holy Land by Roman conquerors. Examine the sacred texts...

Discusses the history, beliefs, popularity, practices, politics, and challenges of one of the world's major religions, Buddhism. Focuses on the Buddhist religion, from its origin with Buddha himself to its rise in popularity in India, China, Japan, and the western world. This book not only offers historical and biographical information related to the development of Buddhism as an important world religion, but also provides details regarding how modern...

This book states that Hindus look on their religion as the world's oldest faith, one that links people throughout Asia and Europe to their remote ancestors, the Indo-Europeans, and makes references to the oldest texts of Hinduism, the Vedas.

"Introduces readers to the religion of Islam. The book explores the history of Islam, its belief system, its structure and organization, and how it affects the daily life of its followers"--

This book provides a comprehensive look at the beginnings of Islam, its principal teachings, scriptures, important figures, historical events, festivals, places of worship, and community life.