Book Summary
"Religion in the Twenty-first Century" is a unique and informative survey of the global religious situation as we enter the new millennium. Through a thematic and people-oriented approach, this book provides a valuable introduction to a variety of new religious movements--whether offshoots of traditional religions of founded as a result of millennial expectations or charismatic leaders. It also considers the role of the Interfaith Movement and the ways in which modern technology is spreading religions both new and old. KEY TOPICS: Provides valuable pedagogy, including: timeline; maps; glossary; list of sacred days/festivals; suggested reading; pronunciation guide; index; feature boxes focusing on some aspects of the arts; 11 black and white pictures and artworks. Readers interested in learning more about the world's religions.
Book Details
| Book Name | Religions Of The World: Religion In The Twenty-First Century |
| Author | Mary Pat Fisher, Ninian Smart, Ninian Smart |
| Publisher | Prentice Hall (Nov 1998) |
| ISBN | 9780136902720 |
| Pages | 128 |
| Language | English |
| Price | 1859 |
