Worldmark Encyclopedia of Religious Practices

Worldmark Encyclopedia of Religious Practices presents detailed information on current religious practices around the world, with an emphasis on how religion impacts the daily lives of its followers. Entries cover everything from central doctrines and sacred texts to dietary customs and significant holidays. The three-volume set explores 13 major religions, plus 24 sects, and spans Asia and Oceania, Europe, the Americas, Africa and the Middle East. Also includes 300 illustrations, a glossary, maps, a cumulative index and much more.Riggs, Thomas is the author of 'Worldmark Encyclopedia of Religious Practices', published 2005 under ISBN 9780787666118 and ISBN 0787666114.