Encyclopedic Dictionary of Cults, Sects, and World Religions Paperback - 2006
by Larry a. Nichols; George Mather; Alvin J. Schmidt
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Up-to-date, well-documented, comprehensive coverage of cults, sects, and world religions, from the historical to the contemporary INCLUDES * Well-known groups and world religions, such as Jehovah's Witnesses, Mormons, Islam, and Baha'i * Groups with a significant North American influence, including Santeria, Rastafarians, Haitian Voodo, white supremacy groups, Wicca, and Satanism REVISED, UPDATED, AND EXPANDED TO INCLUDE NEW ENTRIES AND NEW INFORMATION * Updated information on Islam and its global impact * New entries: the Branch Davidians, Native American religions, Heaven's Gate, Aum Supreme Truth, the Boston Movement, the Masonic Lodge, and many others * Developments in the world of cults and the occult Encyclopedic Dictionary of Cults, Sects, and World Religions is arguably the most significant reference book on the subject to be published. Formerly titled Dictionary of Cults, Sects, Religions, and the Occult, it provides reliable information on the history and beliefs of nearly every form of religion active today. This extensively revised edition includes new topics, updated information, and a brand-new format for a clearer, more organized approach. The authors evaluate the beliefs and practices of each group from the perspective of the Bible and the historic creeds of the Christian church. You'll also find group histories, numerous illustrations, charts, current statistics, websites, bibliographies, and other useful information.
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- Title Encyclopedic Dictionary of Cults, Sects, and World Religions
- Author Larry a. Nichols; George Mather; Alvin J. Schmidt
- Binding Paperback
- Edition Rev Upd
- Pages 544
- Volumes 1
- Language ENG
- Publisher Zondervan Academic, GRAND RAPIDS, MI.
- Date August 1, 2006
- Illustrated Yes
- Features Bibliography, Illustrated, Index, Price on Product - Canadian, Table of Contents
- ISBN 9780310239543 / 0310239540
- Weight 2.1 lbs (0.95 kg)
- Dimensions 9.2 x 7.4 x 1.3 in (23.37 x 18.80 x 3.30 cm)
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Themes
- Religious Orientation: Christian
- Topical: Christian Interest
- Library of Congress subjects Religions, Cults
- Library of Congress Catalog Number 2005000820
- Dewey Decimal Code 200.3
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