Download or read book Pocket Idiot s Guide to Christianity written by Brian Wilson and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2002-10-01 with total page 212 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: -- Christians make up more than three-fourths of the U.S. adult population, at approximately 159 million, and come from more diverse backgrounds than ever before. -- Provides accurate information from a recognized scholar of comparative religions -- no prior knowledge required. -- Virtually no other pocket-sized titles taking a comparative-religion approach to Christianity. Christianity has always been America's predominant faith. Current studies show that Christianity's popularity is not letting up but that its ranks are growing. Moreover, it has been adopted by great numbers of people outside of Europe and North America, considered the largest religion in the world with 1.8 billion devotees. The Christianity of today, though based on traditional tenants of the faith, is richly varied in interpretation and practice around the world. The Pocket Idiot's Guide "RM" to Christianity starts by briefly tracing the origins of Christian thought with the teachings of Jesus of Nazareth and how his role as the Messiah transformed the faith. Following chapters will concisely present the growth of Christianity and its many traditions throughout the Middle Ages and finally to its period of reformation and resulting sectarian movements. Final sections will focus on the current globalization of Christianity, its effects on Christian practice and beliefs and the new challenges and opportunities the faith will confront going into the 21st century.
Download or read book The Pocket Idiot s Guide to Judaism written by Dan Cohn-Sherbok and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2002-11-01 with total page 196 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: -- Though the growth of the Jewish faith has leveled in the U.S., its estimated 5.6 million adherents still outnumber all other non-Christian religions. -- Provides accurate and concise information from a recognized scholar of Judaism- no prior knowledge required. -- There are few pocket-sized books that present a condensed survey of Jewish history, key beliefs and practices. Jewish culture and religion has played a significant role in the formation of world, as well as American, culture. Jews, both practicing and non-practicing, have become thoroughly integrated into society. Outside of Israel, the U.S. maintains the highest concentration of Jews worldwide. The Pocket Idiot's Guide "RM" to Judaism looks at the Jewish religious tradition from its birth in Biblical times to the foundation of the modern Jewish state of Israel. Key themes in Judaic history, such as the formative period of the Temple, coexistence with Christianity, the critical Reform and the community's long struggle against anti-Semitism, are explored. Important contemporary concepts, practices and holidays such as Zionism, Kaddish and Passover, are but a few points of interest concisely covered. The book ends with a brief survey of Judaism's future challenges: the survival of the Jewish state, Judaism and feminism and the assimilation of Jews into secular society.
Download or read book The Pocket Idiot s Guide to Islam written by Jamal J. Elias and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2002-12-01 with total page 196 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: -- Islam has experienced the sharpest growth in the U.S. of any non-Christian religion over the last several decades. -- Recent events related to 9/11 and the ongoing conflict in the Middle East are motivating Americans to desire an accurate picture of the Islamic faith as it's currently practiced. -- This guide provides accurate information while no prior knowledge is required. Islam is practiced by a diverse number of peoples from various cultures - estimates show there are nearly I billion Muslims worldwide - and yet westerners are not well acquainted with the faith. The deep divide between Muslim and Christian worlds has made the knowledge gap more pronounced, but increasingly, Muslim communities are intermingling with Christian ones in the U.S., raising hopes that greater mutual understanding will result. The Pocket Idiot's Guide "RM" to Islam covers the rise of Muhammad and the development of the Islamic community into its two main branches today - Sunni and Shi'i. This condensed guide furthermore explains Islam's central tenants, concepts and ritual, like the Qu'ran and its role in Shari'a law, or the meaning of imam, jihad, Sufi and Ramadan. Islam's opportunities and challenges facing it in today's societies are also examined: from Islam and the role of women to current Muslim politics - both popular and radical are key concerns for many Muslims.
Download or read book The Complete Idiot s Guide to Christianity written by Jeffrey B. Webb and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2004 with total page 356 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: CIG to Christianityhelps readers define what Christianity is all about, from the roots of Catholicism and the three streams of Protestantism, to "Christianity without borders"-fundamentalism, evangelicalism, the Charismatic movement, and "New Age" Christianity. Whether people are searching for the right Christian church for themselves or seeking to understand the differences between denominations, this book is a fascinating look at where Christianity is right now. How different are Catholic and Eastern Orthodox churches? Lutherans and reformed denominations? Quakers and Mennonites? Can you be a Christian without belonging to a church?
Download or read book The Pocket Idiot s Guide to Buddhism written by Bradley Hawkins and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2002-10-01 with total page 214 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: You’re no idiot, of course. You know many people have turned to Buddhism as an alternative to organized religion—but you’re mistaken if you believe that all Buddhists live a monklike existence. Don’t wait until your next life to experience Zen! The Pocket Idiot’s Guide® to Buddhism reveals the essence of Buddhist thought from its inception in the Far East to its growing devotees in the West. In this Pocket Idiot’s Guide®, you get: • The life of Siddhartha—better known as the Buddha—the founder of Buddhism. • The basic Buddhist belief system, including the Three Marks of Existence, the Four Noble Truths, and the Eightfold Path. • Fully explained concepts, such as Zen, karma, dharma, and sutras. • The history of the various Buddhist sects and their important influence.
Download or read book The Pocket Idiot s Guide to Wedding Vows written by Robyn S. Passante and published by Alpha Books. This book was released on 2006 with total page 212 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Say “I do” like you mean it ... Whether the bride and groom want to personalize traditional vows or start from scratch, writing and reciting those all-important words can be a process to treasure rather than a chore to endure. This comprehensive guide includes everything the bride and groom need to write the perfect vows, including tips on early planning with the officiant, a “Wish List” exercise that helps a couple work together when writing their vows, tailoring vows to themed weddings, special help on writing for vow renewals and second marriages, and much more.
Download or read book The Pocket Idiot s Guide to Being the Father of the Bride written by Jennifer Lata Rung and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2005 with total page 228 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Pocket Idiot s Guide to Being the Father of the Bride, Second Edition, covers everything every bride s father needs to know to make it from engagement to honeymoon with his sanity – and, if he s lucky, his wallet – intact. As a book that will likely be purchased by the bride-to-be or her mother, this book is written with the interests of the bride in mind. Coverage will include: • •Viewing the wedding from your daughter s point of view. •Wedding-speak translator: from calligraphy to tussy-mussies – what is this stuff? •Show me the money: who pays for what? •Traditional father-of-the-bride roles and responsibilities. •Dealing with stress and resolving conflict. •The fine art of compromise. •Blended families: from seating to snapshots, fathers, stepfathers, the ex-wife and other problems. •Meet the parents: tradition and etiquette when dealing with future in-laws. •Fine frocks: the most up-to-date information about what to wear on wedding day. •Wedding day duties: from the receiving line to the father-daughter dance.
Download or read book The Complete Idiot s Guide to the Book of Revelation written by James S. Bell Jr. and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2001-12-01 with total page 326 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: You’re no idiot, of course. You’re familiar with the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse and Judgment Day—especially in the wake of the new millennium. However, the Book of Revelation has existed for almost 2,000 years and is open to countless interpretations. Don’t get confused by scholarly analysis and religious dogma! The Complete Idiot’s Guide® to the Book of Revelation shows you how so many meanings are derived from the book’s text. In this Complete Idiot’s Guide®, you get: • Various ways to interpret Revelation and its symbols • A detailed examination of the key elements, including the Seven Seals and the Antichrist • A look at how the Jewish Old Testament and prophecies relate to Revelation
Download or read book The Pocket Idiot s Guide to Potions written by Kerri Connor and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2006-06-27 with total page 196 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Make your own magic. You’re no idiot, of course. You’re a big believer in the power of potions to help your wishes come true. But when you try to brew your own special concoctions, you’re missing that magic touch. Don’t get all mixed up! Pick up The Pocket Idiot’s Guide® to Potions for a potent blend of advice and recipes. In this Pocket Idiot’s Guide®, you get: • Easy ways to harness your magical energy—and use it to improve your life. • An otherworldly overview of the properties of different plants and herbs. • Practical techniques for making your own oils, lotions, teas, and tinctures. • Tantalizing tips on using cauldrons, censers, vials, and other tools of the trade.
Download or read book The Pocket Idiot s Guide to Being The Mother Of The Bride written by Amy Zavatto and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2005-02-01 with total page 196 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Being the mother of the bride is a full-time job, often with little or no thanks. With the help of this guide, mothers-in-law-to-be can now tackle the seemingly endless details with calm. Inside, you will find what is to be expected of the mother of the bride (and all the role’s no-nos), ways to dissolve the stress around her and reduce her own tension, tips on being the best mother-in-law any groom has ever had, and how to help the bride avoid sticky family situations. Filled with words of wisdom from mothers of the bride who have lived to tell the tale, it’s a great gift idea for the bride to give to her mother.
Download or read book The Pocket Idiot s Guide to Being the Father of the Bride 2nd Edition written by Jennifer Lata Rung and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2006-01-03 with total page 228 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When his little girl is getting married. . . . The Pocket Idiot’s Guide to Being the Father of the Bride, second edition, covers everything every bride’s father needs to know to make it from engagement to honeymoon with his sanity—and, if he’s lucky, his wallet—intact. Written with the interests of the bride in mind, this new edition provides nervous fathers with a new chapter on how to make a memorable wedding day toast, complete with several sample speeches.
Download or read book The Pocket Idiot s Guide to Being an Expectant Father written by Joe Kelly and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2004 with total page 244 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Pocket Idiot's Guide to Being an Expectant Fatherguides dads-to-be through all of the emotional, financial, and physical changes they may experience during the course of their partners' pregnancies. Expecting fathers can expect to find information on just about anything and everything related to pregnancy, childbirth, and baby care.
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Download or read book The Complete Idiot s Guide to Publishing Children s Books 3rd Edition written by Harold D. Underdown and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2008-05-06 with total page 388 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Here is the comprehensive guide to writing, publishing, and selling for the ever-expanding and always exciting children’s market—now in a new and updated third edition. • Includes new chapters on self-publishing and on "how to choose a how-to," plus revision and updates throughout • Offers practical advice on getting started--and on dealing with out-of-print books • Covers picture books, chapter books, nonfiction, middle-grade and young novels, and common formats and genres • Reveals what happens inside a children's publishing company, and provides guidance in working with an editor • Sample cover and query letters, manuscript format, glossary, and recommended resources in an extensive appendix • Plus information on agents, contracts, copyright, marketing, and more “Honest and precise… everything about writing for children there is to know.” —Jane Yolen, author
Download or read book The Complete Idiot s Guide to Writing Christian Fiction written by Ron Benrey and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2007-12-04 with total page 356 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Christian fiction genre has been around since the late sixties, but the Left Behind series made it explode. This book walks you through the genre - what it is and isn't, how plot integrates with a Christian message, how to approach edgy subjects, how to navigate Christian and mainstream publishers, and more. Coverage includes discussion of everything from mystery and romance, to historical and young adult.
Download or read book The Complete Idiot s Guide to the Bible 3rd Edition written by James Bell Jr. and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2005-08-02 with total page 452 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This revised edition continues to walk both experienced Bible readers and those seeking it out for the first time through a chronological, story-by-story and person-by-person experience. Complete with maps of journeys and explanations of the acts and epistles, this book includes: The journeys of Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, Joseph, and Moses, and the law from Joshua, Judges, Ruth, Samuel and Kings, including David and Goliath, Gideon and Samson, and King Solomon. The captives, the women, the poets, the prophets and more through the Old Testament. The story of Jesus as told in the four Gospels. The acts of the Apostles as they spread the word of the new church; the letters from Peter, Paul, James, John and Jude on a variety of topics, and John's apocalyptic Revelation; The Apocrypha including Maccabees 1 and 2 along with other books included for other practices. An all-new reference glossary featuring names and places with descriptions and cross-references to their discussion in the Bible.
Download or read book The Pocket Idiot s Guide to Satellite Radio written by Damon Brown and published by Alpha Books. This book was released on 2006 with total page 180 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: We all have our favourite radio stations-the ones we listen to each morning on the way to work or school, at night as we relax or get ready to go out. But when we travel too far from the signal, we wind up with static, and find ourselves scanning through countless stations to find something-anything-to listen to. With satellite radio, however, our favourite stations are available to us from one end of the country to the other, playing the music or talk shows we like 24 hours a day, 7 days a week . . . all virtually uninterrupted by commercials. The Pocket Idiot's Guide to Satellite Radioprovides an essential introduction to the world of satellite radio. Whether you're considering making the purchase and are confused by the options and equipment available or are already a user looking for installation guidance and tips and tricks for getting the most out of your purchase, this book is designed to help you navigate through the sometimes-complicated world of satellite radio.
