This superbly illustrated and organized reference source is the first comprehensive visual guide to the world's religious traditions. With text by leading experts, and lavishly illustrated with photographs, thematic maps, site reconstructions, and tables and charts, many in full color, the Atlas charts the origin, growth, and spread of all major faiths. A survey of contemporary religious life, its historical background, and a glossary, index, and list of resources enhance the research value of the book.

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Religion today -- The historical geography of religion -- The world's religions. The Hindu world ; Buddhism ; East Asian traditions ; The Pacific ; The ancient Near East and Europe ; Judaism ; Christianity ; Islam ; Africa ; Indigenous religions.