By Moojan Momen
This can be an leading edge, thematic presentation of the position of faith in human society, from conventional cultures to the trendy global. This entire account covers the entire significant traditions, gains approximately four hundred illustrations, and is followed by means of maps, timelines, a thesaurus, complete explanatory notes, and an intensive bibliography.
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