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Spirituality and Religion November 2019
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Buddhism for dummies
by Jonathan Landaw
Buddhism, one of the world's most widely practiced religions, is a fascinating yet complex eastern religion that is rapidly spreading throughout western civilization. What does it mean to be a Buddhist? What are the fundamental beliefs and history behind this religion? Buddhism For Dummies explores these questions and more in this updated guide to Buddhist culture. You'll gain an understanding of the origins of this ancient practice and how they're currently applied to everyday life.
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Islam
by Malcolm Clark
Whether you live or work alongside Muslims and want to relate to them better, or you simply want to gain a better understanding of the world's second largest religion, Islam For Dummies can help you make sense of this religion and its appeal. From the Qur'an to Ramadan, this friendly guide introduces you to the origins, practices and beliefs of Islam.
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Judaism for Dummies
by Ph.D. Falcon, Ted
In this warm and welcoming book, you'll find coverage of: Orthodox Jews and breakaway denominations; Judaism as a daily practice; the food and fabric of Judaism; Jewish wedding ceremonies; celebrations and holy days; 4,000 years of pain, sadness, triumph, and joy; great Jewish thinkers and historical celebrities; and much more.
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Kabbalah : secrecy, scandal, and the soul
by Harry Freedman
Traces the origins of the mystical Jewish system, sharing the tales of second century visionaries who brought tales back from the divine realm, describing the Christian counterpart that emerged during the Renaissance, and exploring how Kabbalah became fashionable in the 1960s.
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Outgrowing God : a beginner's guide
by Richard Dawkins
The best-selling author of The God Delusion shares enlightening insights into how the natural world evolved without a designer, challenging the basic assumptions of world religions to argue that faith is not a necessary component of good behavior.
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