A thorough, readable survey of world religions, detailing origins, doctrines, and practices across the globe. This edition presents clear summaries of beliefs, sacred texts, rituals, and the ways different faiths have shaped communities and life. It blends historical context with insights into key denominations and their leaders, offering readers a broad, trustworthy overview of religious traditions through the ages. Explore origins, development, and core teachings of major faiths See how sacred texts and key beliefs inform worship and daily life Learn about rituals, practices, and the organization of religious communities Understand historical figures and movements that shaped religious history Ideal for readers interested in religious history, comparative study, or a solid, nontechnical overview of world faiths.