A Concise Encyclopedia of the Baha'i Faith
Title | A Concise Encyclopedia of the Baha'i Faith PDF eBook |
Author | Peter Smith |
Publisher | Simon and Schuster |
Total Pages | 416 |
Release | 2013-10-01 |
Genre | Religion |
ISBN | 1780744803 |
Written by a well-known author in the field of Baha'i studies, this is a comprehensive and accessible encyclopedia to the youngest of the world religions. Regarded as the second most widespread faith after Christianity, with adherents in almost every country around the globe, the Baha'i faith is nevertheless unfamiliar to many. here Dr Smith traces the origins and development of the religion from 19th century Iran to the modern day, introducing its central figures and major historical events. combining breadth with a readable yet concise style, he provides a balanced overview of Baha'i scriptures, doctrines and practices, social teachings and organization. This reference work presents a clear and knowledgeable view of a fascinating new religion.
A Concise Encyclopedia of Islam
Title | A Concise Encyclopedia of Islam PDF eBook |
Author | Gordon Newby |
Publisher | Simon and Schuster |
Total Pages | 288 |
Release | 2013-10-01 |
Genre | Religion |
ISBN | 1780744773 |
Covering everything from Adam to Zakariyyah, this concise reference guide is designed specifically for readers and students who wish to learn more about the world's fastest-growing religion. Fully illustrated, the book contains hundreds of alphabetically arranged entries which give succinct yet authoritative information on everything from the Qur'an and its origins to the role of Islam in the USA. It offers even-handed coverage of the different schools of belief, while featuring photographs, a timeline, and a guide to further reading.
Baha'i Faith
Title | Baha'i Faith PDF eBook |
Author | Wikipedians |
Publisher | PediaPress |
Total Pages | 221 |
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A Concise Encyclopedia of the Philosophy of Religion
Title | A Concise Encyclopedia of the Philosophy of Religion PDF eBook |
Author | Anthony C. Thiselton |
Publisher | Simon and Schuster |
Total Pages | 416 |
Release | 2014-10-01 |
Genre | Philosophy |
ISBN | 1780744781 |
Covering thinkers from Plato to Freud, offering detailed explanations of key themes such as evil, and outlining clear definitions of complex ideas like‘the doctrine of analogy,’ this is a comprehensive reference tool for all those studying, or interested in, the philosophy of religion.
An Introduction to the Baha'i Faith
Title | An Introduction to the Baha'i Faith PDF eBook |
Author | Peter Smith |
Publisher | Cambridge University Press |
Total Pages | 211 |
Release | 2008-04-07 |
Genre | History |
ISBN | 0521862515 |
Peter Smith explores the history, beliefs and practices of the Baha'i faith.
The Baha'i Faith
Title | The Baha'i Faith PDF eBook |
Author | Peter Smith |
Publisher | Simon and Schuster |
Total Pages | 138 |
Release | 2014-11-06 |
Genre | Religion |
ISBN | 1780747357 |
This authoritative account traces the BahNB'! Faith from its origins in mid-nineteenth-century Iran to the spiritual and social concerns of the present.
The Encyclopedia of World Religions
Title | The Encyclopedia of World Religions PDF eBook |
Author | Robert S. Ellwood |
Publisher | Infobase Publishing |
Total Pages | 529 |
Release | 2008 |
Genre | Religion |
ISBN | 1438110383 |
Contains nearly 600 brief entries on the world's religious traditions.