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Автор: Thomas Riggs
Издательство: Gale
Год издания: 2006
isbn: 0787666114
Количество страниц: 693
Язык: english
Формат: PDF
Размер: 35 Мб
Каталожный номер: 13794
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Worldmark Encyclopedia of Religious Practices provides information on current religious practices around the world with an emphasis on how religions impact the daily lives of their followers. Volumes 2 and 3 focus on the significant religions in 193 countries; entries range from 3-8 pages. Using the standardized rubric format of the Worldmark series, the entries provide for easy access to information and encourage comparisons across different religions, religious groups, and countries. Standardized rubrics for entries include: 1) Date of Origin 2) Dietary Practices 3) Number of Followers 4) Social Aspects 5) History 6) Political Impact 7) (in country entries) Leaders 8) Controversial Issues 9) Major Theologians and Authors 10) Cultural Impact 11) Houses of Worship and Holy Places 12) Other Religions (in country entries) 13) What is Sacred? 14) Rituals 15) Rites of Passage 16) Festivals and Holidays 17) Membership 18) Social Justice 19) Modes of Dress 20) Founder (in religion entries) 21) Country Overview (in country entries) 22) Religious Tolerance (in country entries)
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