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This reference provides an overview of how major religions function in the modern world, with attention to modern doctrinal issues, gender issues, political issues, social issues, and the role of religion in daily life.Religion is a powerful force in world history and modern society. This reference examines how major religions function in the modern world. Some of these religions, such as Buddhism, Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, and Judaism, originated centuries ago and have millions of followers around the world. Others, such as Baha'i and Wicca, are relatively new.The book contains sections on particular religions. Each section provides statistical information about the religion; a brief narrative of its history; a summary of contemporary doctrinal concerns; and discussions of related social, political, and gender issues. Each section also looks at the role of the religion in the daily life of its adherents. Excerpts from primary source documents, whether sacred texts or secular accounts, demonstrate how the religion interacts with contemporary society. Sidebars throughout the work highlight interesting information. Sections close with suggestions for further reading, while the book closes with a selected, general bibliography.* Discusses the major world religions' fundamental beliefs and their role in shaping contemporary society* Highlights key points and interesting information related to each religion via sidebars* Features primary source documents that provide accounts of how the religions interact with contemporary society * Suggests further reading and additional sources of information
