Compact Guide to the World's Religions

A handy reference book that provides essential information on an impressive variety of different world religions Readers will learn the history and development of select word religions in this condensed guide. Religions covered include Hinduism, Buddhism, Sikhism, Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Jainism, Zoroastrianism, Bahai, Confucianism, Taoism, and Shinto. The founder and any significant figures in each religion are included, as well as what the core beliefs are, the sacred writings and worship styles, how the religion fits in with family and society, and the contemporary issues it faces today.O'Callaghan, Sean is the author of 'Compact Guide to the World's Religions', published 2010 under ISBN 9780745953182 and ISBN 0745953182.