Great Events in Religion: An Encyclopedia of Pivotal Events in Religious History [3 volumes]

This three-volume set presents fundamental information about the most important events in world religious history as well as substantive discussions of their significance and impact.

• Presents readers with essential information about the chief events in religious history that will help them better understand world history and promote a greater respect for culturally diverse religious traditions

• Provides cross-references and sidebars that cite print and electronic resources for further reading with each entry

• Includes a selected, general bibliography of print and electronic resources suitable for student research