religion

Describes the deities and cults of the Viking Age, relating their worship to the daily life of the period.

Explores Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism, the religions of ancient India, discussing the rituals practiced and deities worshipped.

Looks at the religion and beliefs of ancient China and connects those beliefs to the present day.

James Carroll, a former Catholic priest, chronicles the history of Jerusalem from antiquity to the early twenty-first century, describing the conflicts between Christians, Jews, and Muslims, and discussing the Israeli-Palestinian wars.

Provides a brief overview of Hinduism and other Eastern religions including Jainism, Sikhism, and Buddhism. Includes information on their history, festivals, ceremonies, and everyday practices.

Elucidates the idea of the Tao, or the Way, in Chinese religious thought.

Provides an introduction to the religion and mythology of ancient Egypt.

A collection of essays that discusses the traditions, practices, and culture of religion in India across different regions and historical periods.

Provides an introduction to the social, cultural, economic, historical, and religious practices and beliefs of Western Europe.

Provides an introduction to the social, cultural, economic, historical, and religious practices and beliefs of Eastern Europe.