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Hidden Religion: The Greatest Mysteries and Symbols of the World's Religious Beliefs

Posted By: arundhati
Hidden Religion: The Greatest Mysteries and Symbols of the World's Religious Beliefs

Micah Issitt, Carlyn Main, "Hidden Religion: The Greatest Mysteries and Symbols of the World's Religious Beliefs"
2014 | ISBN-10: 1610694775 | 560 pages | PDF | 6 MB

Covering secret societies, mysterious ancient traditions, and the often-mistaken history of the world's religious symbols, this book takes readers on a tour through the fascinating world of religious symbolism and reveals the most mysterious and misunderstood facets of religion. * Provides fascinating historical and contextual information about religious traditions and symbols * Addresses the roots of some of today's most popular superstitions and conspiratorial theories * Focuses primarily on religions that are dominant or are becoming widespread within the United States, allowing students to gain a better understanding of religion in American society and greater appreciation for cultural diversity * Develops a unique thesis about utilizing religious archetypes to facilitate understanding of religious ritual and organizations * Includes a phonetic pronunciation guide with each entry to help students become comfortable with unfamiliar terminology