J. Gordon Melton
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Series
Pub. Date
c1993
Description
Comprehensive coverage of more than 2,300 North American religious groups in the U.S. and Canada -- from Adventists to Zen Buddhists. Information is presented in two distinct sections, essays and directory listings describing the historical development of religious families and providing factual information about each group within those families. Includes, when available, rubrics for membership figures, educational facilities and periodicals.
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Pub. Date
©2000
Description
"For the past 500 years, the United States has provided a unique environment for unfettered worship and religious expression, supported by government guarantees of religious liberty. Today, the republic is the most religiously diverse nation in history. To orient yourself in this maze of religious groups, movements, practices, rites, conflicts, celebrations, crusades, pioneers, and martyrs, you need a practical guide.".
"Here it is: American Religions:...
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