The Penguin Dictionary of Religions

by John R. Hinnells, Reginald Piggott (Illustrator)

An essential reference source for both academic and general readers since 1984 has now been expanded and thoroughly revised to reflect the most current religious trends of our ever-changing world. With the original 29 contributors now increased to over 60, each entry reflects the many advances in scholarship and modern developments in religion that have occurred throughout the world. 11 figures. 800 pp.

Genres: Religion, Reference, History

560 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1995

Reviews

[Pachyderm Bookworm]

A one-volume dictionary detailing definitions of religious concepts, along with people or places which inspired them. Many of these entries contain line drawings. There are no photographs contained in this book.

There are newer and more relevant guides to the subject matter expounded upon here; much of this material may not be considered either exhaustive, or otherwise all-inclusive for that matter, as the material in this particular text at one time was.

[angrykitty]

i bought this book off the discount rack, but i've found it to be relaly interesting. i always have questions about what religion believes what, and who is connected to what religion, and this book contains concise descriptions of just about anything. the only drawback is that it kind of assumes you have a working knowledge of some religions when you reference certain names or concepts.

[乂]

فرهنگ ادیان جهان / جان آر. هینلز / قم: مرکز مطالعات و تحقیقات ادیان و مذاهب، چاپِ اول، ویرایشِ دوم 1386
ادیان - دایرةالمعارف‌ها.

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