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The current social and political climate makes it easy to benefit from religious misunderstanding. Political and religious leaders create fear of the religious other in order to drum up support for themselves. But the best way to combat deliberate misrepresentation is to provide accurate, timely information about the three great monotheistic religions: Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.
Originally published in 2007, What Do Our Neighbors Believe?...
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Examining other religions provides Christians the opportunity to more deeply understand their own beliefs. Learning about other religions is not the same as learning from other religions, which can have great value to Christians who wish to strengthen their faith. In this book's ten easy-to-read chapters, Wogaman shows readers what Christians can learn from different religions, such as Judaism, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism, and even from atheism. From...
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"Confucianism and Its Rivals" by Herbert A. Giles offers a comprehensive exploration of the rich tapestry of Chinese religions, spanning the dominance of Confucianism and Taoism to the historical role of Northern Buddhism. As China's state religion, Confucianism evolved, shedding metaphysical aspects to become the dominant spiritual force until the 20th century. Giles, a seasoned British diplomat and renowned sinologist, provides a detailed historical...
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Have you ever doubted the historical Jesus or traditional biblical stories? Felt guilty for questioning your faith? This book will free you from those fears by uncovering the truth. I'll answer questions like: - Did Jesus literally rise from the dead? No - you'll learn how this story originated from Egyptian astrology. - Did Jesus die on the cross? No - I'll break down the Egyptian numerological meaning behind this mythic motif. - Where was Jesus...
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Sacred Pathways: Navigating the Depths of Religion and Spirituality is a comprehensive exploration of the multifaceted dimensions of human belief, faith, and spiritual practices. The book invites readers to embark on a transformative journey, delving into the rich tapestry of religious traditions, spiritual paths, and their profound impact on individuals and societies. The book begins by setting the stage for this immersive journey, highlighting the...
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With its emphasis on relation over substance and possibility over predetermined endings, open and relational theology provides a way forward for both Muslims and Christians. This way, as "Open and Relational Theology and its Social and Political Implications: Muslim and Christian Perspectives" posits, aligns beautifully with important and ancient thinking from both traditions. Our world desperately needs "people of the book" to pursue cooperation...
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For some decades American (and other) culture has been obsessed with cults. But what does "cult" mean? How should a religious group be identified as a cult? Who joins cults and why? These and other questions are answered in this book. It provides a basic introduction to cults, "unsafe sects," especially from an orthodox Christian perspective. Here readers will also find accounts of the author's personal experiences of cults.
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Your choice will dictate Heaven or Hell. Will you choose wisely?
In John 14:6 (KJV), Jesus said,
"...I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me."
Find out how the truth will set you free...
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This book will help distinguish between Scientology, the Illuminati, modern-day cults, and true Christianity!
Scientology owns $400 million of the real estate in Hollywood, CA alone, which...
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OPENING OUR EYES TO SEE THE DARKNESS
This book will help you answer these critical questions:
Is Heaven or Hell real?
Is Satan real?
Did Jesus Christ die on the Cross for My sins?
• Was Christ Resurrected in three days, and does He now sit at the right Hand of God?
Who is God the Father, Jesus Christ His Son (God), and the Holy Spirit (God)?
What does the "Rapture of the True Christian Church" mean?
What does the "Tribulation" mean?
What does...
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My own people, the Jewish nation will not recognize and accept Jesus Christ as their Messiah.And yet, there is so much evidence in the Bible proving that Jesus, the One who died on the cross for our sins truly is the soon-coming Messiah.So, why then don't the Jews accept and believe in Jesus?Let me explain…
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Dès l'origine, en paléontologie, on commence à parler avec certitude d' « humanité » avec l'apparition des mobiliers funéraires et des premières traces d'inhumation : lorsque l'homme devient capable de se représenter un « Au-delà » de l'humain, de développer des rites de passage de l'ici-bas à un au-delà, il devient humain. À l'échelle de l'histoire et de la géographie humaine, l'athéisme qui s'est développé en Europe essentiellement...
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Why Understanding America's Religious Landscape Is the Most Important Challenge Facing Us Today
• The 1990s saw the U.S. Navy commission its first Muslim chaplain and open its first mosque.
• There are presently more than three hundred temples in Los Angeles, home to the greatest variety of Buddhists in the world.
• There are more American Muslims than there are American Episcopalians, Jews, or Presbyterians.
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Ce livre soutient que la science, en démontrant récemment l'irrationalité de nier l'existence de Dieu, peut également fournir une définition strictement scientifique des miracles. Ces miracles chrétiens, qui se sont produits à travers l'histoire, constituent une preuve indirecte de l'existence du Christ et confirment la réalité de ses miracles, y compris sa naissance et sa résurrection, ainsi que l'espoir merveilleux de notre propre résurrection...
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In Revelation the Fair God, Pierre-Louis Ours provides a layman's fresh look at Jesus' epistles as revealed to John on Patmos Island. The first part of the book is a candid assessment of the twenty-first century Church. In the second part, using his extensive international experience, the author leads the reader through the biblical prophecies of the book of Revelation, providing a timeline that reflects fulfilled history, happening history and the...
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"The Two Babylons: Or, the Papal Worship Proved to Be the Worship of Nimrod" is a thought-provoking exploration that unveils intriguing parallels between ancient religious practices and modern-day worship. Within its pages, readers embark on a captivating journey through history, delving deep into the origins of Papal worship and drawing compelling connections to the ancient worship of Nimrod.
Alexander Hislop's meticulous research sheds light on...
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We live in a world driven by fear. But should we allow fear to play such a large role in our lives? According to the religions of the world, the answer is no.
In this helpful and illuminating book, Michael Kinnamon challenges readers to consider why we find ourselves in this age of fear and what we can do about it. Drawing on support from a diversity of religious traditions...
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Every month, a ragtag group of Londoners gather in the site known as Crossbones Graveyard to commemorate the souls of medieval prostitutes believed to be buried there-the "Winchester Geese," women who were under the protection of the Church but denied Christian burial. In the Borough of Southwark, not far from Shakespeare's Globe, is a pilgrimage site for self-identified misfits, nonconformists, and contemporary sex workers who leave memorials to...
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À cté des visions scientifique, géopolitique et sociétale, théologique et spirituelle, cet ouvrage propose une vision
transverse et peu connue de l'oeuvre de Pierre Teilhard de Chardin, sa vision « systémique ». C'est l'occasion de présenter au lecteur une introduction à la systémique et aux sciences de la complexité, que Teilhard de Chardin apparaît comme ayant été le premier à concevoir dans leur ensemble.
La complexité, partie...
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Jeanne d'Arc (1412-1431) était une bergère de Lorraine. Brusquement entrée dans la vie publique à l'âge de 17 ans et morte martyre deux ans plus tard, elle fait partie des figures féminines les plus connues et les plus représentées à travers le monde. Un parcours atypique, de la sorcière supposée à la véritable sainte. Les comptes-rendus de son procès puis de sa réhabilitation repris dans cet ouvrage se révèlent précieux pour approcher...
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For over a decade Fuller Seminary president Richard Mouw has participated in Mormon-evangelical dialogue with a view to developing a better understanding between the two groups. His participation in these discussions has drawn severe criticism and even anger from people who believe such talks are pointless or even dangerous.
This brief, highly accessible book is his answer. Advocating humility, patience, and a willingness to admit our own shortcomings,...
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