Study Guide to Accompany World Religions

This introduction to world religions discusses individual religions in depth. Every chapter includes sections on the history and the world view of each religion. Quotes and scriptures from different religious texts appear throughout. There are 24 maps, one timeline per chapter and a running glossary to give students a clear picture of each religion. This second edition features improved maps, new deeper consideration topics, and pronunciation guides.

Warren Matthews is Emeritus Professor of Philosophy and Religious Studies at Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Virginia, where he previously served as department chair and as dean of Student Affairs and vice president. He is a member of the American Academy of Religion. WORLD RELIGIONS, Sixth Edition, has developed from his frequent conversations with members of diverse religions in classrooms, campuses, communities, and international travels as well as from his scholarly work.