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Yájnavalkya's 'Hindu Law and Judicature from the Dharma-Sástra of Yájnavalkya' is a seminal work that delves into the intricate legal system outlined in the ancient texts of Dharma-Sástra. The book ……続きを見る

Examines the diverse experiences of Reformed Protestant religious refugees fleeing war and persecution in the Netherlands for cities and towns in the Holy Roman Empire in the late sixteenth century.……続きを見る

**A provocative manifesto, arguing for a new understanding of the Jews’ peoplehood “A self-consciously radical statement that is both astute and joyous.”ーKirkus Reviews** Today there are two seemin……続きを見る

This open access book offers an entangled history of hygiene by showing how knowledge of purity, health and cleanliness was shaped by evangelical medical missionaries and their encounters with peopl……続きを見る

Everyday Religiosity and the Politics of Belonging in Ukraine reveals how and why religion has become a pivotal political force in a society struggling to overcome the legacy of its entangled past w……続きを見る

This volume brings together contributions from distinguished scholars in the history of philosophy, focusing on points of interaction between discrete historical contexts, religions, and cultures fo……続きを見る

This open access book reconstructs and examines a crucial episode of Anglo-Iberian diplomatic rivalry: the clash between the Portuguese-sponsored Jesuit missionaries and the English East India Compa……続きを見る

The following book discusses some great events in history which highlight some good characteristics muslims must adopt and some bad characteristics they must avoid in order to Achieve Noble Characte……続きを見る

In this comprehensive open access book, written for readers from any or no religious background, Leena El-Ali does something remarkable. Never before has anyone taken on every last claim relating to……続きを見る

'At a historic moment, when religion shows all its social and political strength in various post-modern societies around our globe, this fascinating collection of studies from the Middle Ages to twe……続きを見る

This book reviews an often-forgotten aspect of history, that is, the culture, beliefs, politics, and events in the Jewish community several centuries before and after the life of Jesus Christ. It te……続きを見る

In Red Dynamite**, Carl R. Weinberg argues that creationism's tenacious hold on American public life depended on culture-war politics inextricably embedded in religion.** Many Christian conservative……続きを見る

Official U.S. edition with full color illustrations throughout. NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER Yuval Noah Harari, author of the critically-acclaimed New York Times bestseller and international phenomenon……続きを見る

A comprehensive collection of all the major and minor gods of Rome and Greece, with descriptions of festivals and retellings of major mythological stories. E.M. Bernes thoroughly details each Greek ……続きを見る

Sharon Thomson composed this summary of Hugh Schonfield's book "The Politics of God" initially for a Rabbi who was interested in the book but did not have time to read it. Most of us have busy lives……続きを見る

The story of the Stuart dynasty is a breathless soap opera played out in just a hundred years in an array of buildings that span Europe from Scotland, via Denmark, Holland and Spain to England. Life……続きを見る

In 'Studies in Judaism, First Series' by S. Schechter, readers are immersed in a collection of essays exploring various aspects of Jewish religion and culture. Written in a scholarly but accessible ……続きを見る

The ancient House of Israel consisted of 12 families, or tribes, named for the 12 sons of Jacob (Israel). Ten of those tribes were conquered, driven from their homelands, and scattered throughout th……続きを見る

Hebrew Heroes by A. L. O. E. is a captivating collection of stories focusing on the lives of prominent figures from the Bible, such as Moses, David, and Daniel. The book integrates moral lessons wit……続きを見る

In 'The Makers and Teachers of Judaism' by Charles Foster Kent, the author delves into an in-depth analysis of the history and development of Judaism, focusing on the key figures who shaped and taug……続きを見る

In 'The Mahabharata of Krishna-Dwaipayana Vyasa Translated into English Prose' by Anonymous, readers are introduced to the epic Indian tale of power struggles, family feuds, and moral dilemmas. The ……続きを見る

In 'Judaism' by Israel Abrahams, readers are immersed in an in-depth exploration of the history, beliefs, and practices of Judaism. Abrahams delves into the rich cultural and religious traditions of……続きを見る

Isn’t God too good to be true? Isn’t the temptation coming from Allah’s Messenger nicer than satan’s? Can satan give you more than God? Isn’t the unchanged Quran more than a Book? Isn’t everything w……続きを見る

BHAI SAHIB RANDHIR SINGH (1878-1961) was an outstanding freedom-fighter and a great saint and theologian who has made a lasting contribution to the religious and cultural revival in Punjab, and was……続きを見る

In 'Synopsis of Jewish History' by H. A. Henry, readers are taken on an insightful journey through the rich and complex history of the Jewish people. The book meticulously covers major events and ke……続きを見る

Are El Rahamim, Ar Rahman, Brahman and Brahma the same Names of God in Judaism, Islam, Hinduism and Buddhism? Glory to Him, the Exalted, doesn’t calling God Jesus make us forget God, who is our Crea……続きを見る

Doesn’t the melody of the birds in the morning resemble the melody of the Holy Quran when cited fluently? Is choosing from lies freedom? Who out of two or more gods would be the almighty One? None? ……続きを見る

In A Jewish Jesuit in the Eastern Mediterranean, Robert Clines retraces the conversion and missionary career of Giovanni Battista Eliano, the only Jewish-born member of the Society of Jesus. He high……続きを見る

The political climate in the United States is presently very dangerous. This essay encourages Christians to avoid making the same mistakes of the distant and recent past. 続きを見る

The last ten years have seen interest in Jainism increasing, with this previously little-known Indian religion assuming a significant place in religious studies. Studies in Jaina History and Culture……続きを見る