Religionen der Welt

The entire diversity of faith. What traditions do Orthodox Jews follow and what is a Mujahideen? For thousands of years, religions, beliefs, and spirituality have shaped the lives of people around the world. Whether Christianity, Hinduism, or Islam – this illustrated reference work tells the fascinating story of the major world religions through sacred texts, religious artifacts, and key beliefs, and also introduces lesser-known faiths such as alternative nature religions of modern times.

A unique introduction to the world's major religions:
• Comprehensive overview: From Christianity, Judaism, and Islam to Eastern religions and the rites of indigenous peoples.
• Lively, easy-to-read texts provide insight into the history and fundamentals of world religions and explain the most important scriptures, traditions, and rituals.
• Over 600 colorful illustrations of sacred sites, cult objects, and paintings vividly show how these religions have been socially and culturally embedded for millennia.

Everything you need to know about the world religions! What is the name of the goddess mother in Hinduism? And what are the five pillars of Islam? Numerous details await discovery in this richly illustrated book. Dive into the stories, teachings, and practices of religions worldwide and get to know the key representatives of each faith. This allows for recognizing similarities between different religions and better understanding their differences.

World religions at a glance – explore the diversity of global belief systems in this comprehensive and richly illustrated reference work.