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Book Synopsis A Concise Encyclopedia of Christianity by : Edward Geoffrey Parrinder
Download or read book A Concise Encyclopedia of Christianity written by Edward Geoffrey Parrinder and published by Concise Encyclopedia of World. This book was released on 1998-11 with total page 300 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This text covers all aspects of Christianity, from the key people, events,ocations and holy figures, to the rituals, beliefs, terms and concepts,ffering an in-depth insight into the faith.
Book Synopsis The Concise Encyclopedia of Orthodox Christianity by : John Anthony McGuckin
Download or read book The Concise Encyclopedia of Orthodox Christianity written by John Anthony McGuckin and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2014-02-03 with total page 598 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Based on the acclaimed two-volume Encyclopedia of Eastern Orthodox Christianity (Wiley Blackwell, 2011), and now available for students, faculty, and clergy in a concise single-volume format An outstanding reference work providing an accessible English language account of the key historical, liturgical, doctrinal features of Eastern Orthodoxy, including the Non-Chalcedonian churches Explores the major traditions of Eastern Orthodoxy in detail, including the Armenian, Byzantine, Coptic, Ethiopic, Slavic, Romanian, Syriac churches Uniquely comprehensive, it is edited by one of the leading scholars in the field and provides authoritative articles by a team of leading international academics and Orthodox figures Spans the period from Late Antiquity to the present, encompassing subjects including history, theology, liturgy, monasticism, sacramentology, canon law, philosophy, folk culture, architecture, archaeology, martyrology, and hagiography Structured alphabetically and is topically cross-indexed, with entries ranging from 100 to 6,000 words
Book Synopsis Encyclopedia of Christianity by : John Bowden
Download or read book Encyclopedia of Christianity written by John Bowden and published by Oxford University Press, USA. This book was released on 2005 with total page 1432 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Presents a collection of alphabetically arranged articles related to Christianity, covering its history, events, and important figures and individuals. Includes maps, charts, and illustrations.
Book Synopsis A Concise Encyclopedia of the Baha'i Faith by : Peter Smith
Download or read book A Concise Encyclopedia of the Baha'i Faith written by Peter Smith and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2013-10-01 with total page 416 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.
Book Synopsis The Encyclopedia of Eastern Orthodox Christianity by : John Anthony McGuckin
Download or read book The Encyclopedia of Eastern Orthodox Christianity written by John Anthony McGuckin and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2010-12-15 with total page 2234 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With a combination of essay-length and short entries written by a team of leading religious experts, the two-volume Encyclopedia of Eastern Orthodoxy offers the most comprehensive guide to the cultural and intellectual world of Eastern Orthodox Christianity available in English today. An outstanding reference work providing the first English language multi-volume account of the key historical, liturgical, doctrinal features of Eastern Orthodoxy, including the Non-Chalcedonian churches Explores of the major traditions of Eastern Orthodoxy in detail, including the Armenian, Byzantine, Coptic, Ethiopic, Slavic, Romanian, Syriac churches Uniquely comprehensive, it is edited by one of the leading scholars in the field and provides authoritative but accessible articles by a range of top international academics and Orthodox figures Spans the period from Late Antiquity to the present, encompassing subjects including history, theology, liturgy, monasticism, sacramentology, canon law, philosophy, folk culture, architecture, archaeology, martyrology, hagiography, all alongside a large and generously detailed prosopography Structured alphabetically and topically cross-indexed, with entries ranging from 100 to 6,000 words
Book Synopsis A Concise Encyclopedia of Buddhism by : John Powers
Download or read book A Concise Encyclopedia of Buddhism written by John Powers and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2013-10-01 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the teachings of the early masters to the growth of the tradition in the West, this authoritative new reference tool contains over 900 entries supplying information on all the key doctrines, practices, and figures central to Buddhism.
Book Synopsis Concise Encyclopedia of Amish, Brethren, Hutterites, and Mennonites by : Donald B. Kraybill
Download or read book Concise Encyclopedia of Amish, Brethren, Hutterites, and Mennonites written by Donald B. Kraybill and published by JHU Press. This book was released on 2010-11-01 with total page 324 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Donald B. Kraybill has spent his career among Anabaptist groups, gaining an unparalleled understanding of these traditionally private people. Kraybill shares that deep knowledge in this succinct overview of the beliefs and cultural practices of Amish, Brethren, Hutterites, and Mennonites in North America. Found throughout Canada, Central America, Mexico, and the United States, these religious communities include more than 200 different groups with 800,000 members in 17 countries. Through 340 short entries, Kraybill offers readers information on a wide range of topics related to religious views and social practices. With thoughtful consideration of how these diverse communities are related, this compact reference provides a brief and accurate synopsis of these groups in the twenty-first century. No other single volume provides such a broad overview of Amish, Brethren, Hutterites, and Mennonites in North America. Organized for ease of searching—with a list of entries, a topic finder, an index of names, and ample cross-references—the volume also includes abundant resources for accessing additional information. Wide in scope, succinct in content, and with directional markers along the way, the Concise Encyclopedia of Amish, Brethren, Hutterites, and Mennonites is a must-have reference for anyone interested in Anabaptist groups.
Book Synopsis A Concise Encyclopedia of Islam by : Gordon Newby
Download or read book A Concise Encyclopedia of Islam written by Gordon Newby and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2013-10-01 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.
Book Synopsis The Concise Encyclopedia of Western Philosophy and Philosophers by : J. O. Urmson
Download or read book The Concise Encyclopedia of Western Philosophy and Philosophers written by J. O. Urmson and published by Psychology Press. This book was released on 1991 with total page 476 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This fully revised third edition of this Concise Encyclopedia brings it completely up-to-date. Featuring lively and engaging entries by some of the leading philosophers of our age, it is a readable reference work and engaging introduction.
Book Synopsis The Encyclopedia of World Religions by : Robert S. Ellwood
Download or read book The Encyclopedia of World Religions written by Robert S. Ellwood and published by Infobase Publishing. This book was released on 2008 with total page 529 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Contains nearly 600 brief entries on the world's religious traditions.
Book Synopsis Encyclopedia of the Early Church by : Angelo Di Berardino
Download or read book Encyclopedia of the Early Church written by Angelo Di Berardino and published by . This book was released on 1992 with total page 580 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Encyclopedia of the Early Church is a two-volume reference work providing concise and precise information on all topics concerning the first eight centuries of Christianity. Valuable to historians, archaeologists, philosophers, and philologists as well as theologians, this work extends the knowledge of how Christianity evolved to become the most important influence in the history of Western civilization. Tracing the growth of the church from its tiny beginnings in an upper room to its dominance of Europe, western Asia, and northern Africa in the eighth century, scholars from many disciplines produced articles ranging from a few sentences to ten thousand words on all the major and most of the minor people, works, ideas, and issues of the formative period of Christianity. The first major encyclopedia to cover the life, thought, and growth of Christianity, this work offers full treatment of doctrines, creeds, and heresies, of iconography and art history, of archaeology and geography, and of monasticism and asceticism.
Book Synopsis The Encyclopedia of Christian Literature by : George Thomas Kurian
Download or read book The Encyclopedia of Christian Literature written by George Thomas Kurian and published by Scarecrow Press. This book was released on 2010-04-16 with total page 732 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Covering 2,000 years, this two-volume set is the first encyclopedia devoted to Christian writers and books. In addition to an overview of the Christian literature, this encyclopedia includes more than 40 essays on the principal genres of Christian literature and more than 400 bio-bibliographical essays describing the principal writers and their works.
Book Synopsis The Popular Encyclopedia of Church History by : Edward E. Hindson
Download or read book The Popular Encyclopedia of Church History written by Edward E. Hindson and published by Harvest House Publishers. This book was released on 2013-08-01 with total page 398 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Announcing the newest release in our well-received Popular Encyclopedia series-The Popular Encyclopedia of Church History, an ideal resource for anyone who want a clear, user-friendly guide to understanding the key people, places, and events that shaped Christianity. General editors Ed Hindson and Dan Mitchell have extensive experience with producing reference works that combine expert scholarship and popular accessibility. Together with a broad range of well-qualified contributors, they have put together what is sure to become a standard must-have for both Bible teachers and students. With nearly 300 articles, readers will enjoy... a comprehensive panorama of church history from Acts 2 to today a clear presentation of how the church and its teachings have developed concise biographies of major Christian figures and their contributions fascinating overviews of key turning points in church history This valuable resource will enrich believers' appreciation for the wonderful heritage behind their Christian faith.
Book Synopsis The Blackwell Encyclopedia of Modern Christian Thought by : Alister E. McGrath
Download or read book The Blackwell Encyclopedia of Modern Christian Thought written by Alister E. McGrath and published by Wiley-Blackwell. This book was released on 1995-12-04 with total page 720 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Blackwell Encyclopedia of Modern Christian Thought is an authoritative reference source for those interested in the development of Christian belief, from the Enlightenment to the present day.
Book Synopsis The Big Book of Christian Apologetics by : Norman L. Geisler
Download or read book The Big Book of Christian Apologetics written by Norman L. Geisler and published by Baker Books. This book was released on 2012-11-01 with total page 672 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Big Book of Christian Apologetics is a comprehensive resource designed to equip motivated believers with information to help defend and explain their faith. Examining nearly every key issue, person, and concept related to Christian apologetics, this book clarifies difficult biblical passages, clearly explains various philosophical systems and concepts, examines contemporary issues and challenges, and offers classic apologetic arguments, all with the aim of giving readers the background to intelligently and persuasively talk about their Christian faith with skeptics. An expertly abridged version of the Baker Encyclopedia on Christian Apologetics, this resource brings leading apologist Norman L. Geisler's seminal work to the masses.
Book Synopsis Baker Encyclopedia of Christian Apologetics by : Norman L. Geisler
Download or read book Baker Encyclopedia of Christian Apologetics written by Norman L. Geisler and published by Baker Academic. This book was released on 1998-11-01 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This comprehensive reference volume covers every key issue, person, and concept related to Christian apologetics from Anselm to Zen.
