Discovering God: the origins of the great religions and the evolution of belief
Introduction Revelation and cultural evolution -- Gods in primitive societies -- Temple religions of ancient civilizations -- Rome: an ancient religious marketplace -- The "rebirth" of monotheism -- Indian inspirations -- Chinese gods and "godless" faiths -- The rise of Christian...
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Format: | Print Book |
Language: | English |
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Published: |
New York
HarperOne
2008
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In: | Year: 2008 |
Edition: | 1st HarperCollins paperback ed |
Further subjects: | B
Religions
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Summary: | Introduction Revelation and cultural evolution -- Gods in primitive societies -- Temple religions of ancient civilizations -- Rome: an ancient religious marketplace -- The "rebirth" of monotheism -- Indian inspirations -- Chinese gods and "godless" faiths -- The rise of Christianity -- Islam: God and state -- Conclusion Discovering God? |
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Item Description: | Includes bibliographical references (p. [447]-471) and index |
ISBN: | 0061626015 |