Author: Bob O'Gorman
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 9781592570850
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 454
Book Description
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Complete Idiot's Guide to Understanding Catholicism
Author: Bob O'Gorman
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 9781592570850
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 454
Book Description
No Marketing Blurb
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 9781592570850
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 454
Book Description
No Marketing Blurb
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Understanding Catholicism
Author: Robert Thomas O'Gorman
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 9780028636399
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 409
Book Description
Explains the history, doctrines, and beliefs of the Catholic faith; profiles Mary, Jesus, and major figures; and describes its rituals, prayers, and holidays.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 9780028636399
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 409
Book Description
Explains the history, doctrines, and beliefs of the Catholic faith; profiles Mary, Jesus, and major figures; and describes its rituals, prayers, and holidays.
The Complete Idiot's Guide to the Reformation & Protestantism
Author: James S. Bell
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 9780028642703
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 412
Book Description
An easy-to-understand history of the Reformation and how it created modern Protestantism, for anyone interested in understanding why the Protestant churches, denominations and beliefs are what they are today.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 9780028642703
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 412
Book Description
An easy-to-understand history of the Reformation and how it created modern Protestantism, for anyone interested in understanding why the Protestant churches, denominations and beliefs are what they are today.
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Christianity
Author: Jeffrey B. Webb
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 9781592571765
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 356
Book Description
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?
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 9781592571765
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 356
Book Description
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?
Catholicism For Dummies
Author: Rev. John Trigilio, Jr.
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 1118053788
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 463
Book Description
There are more than one billion Catholics in the world, and each one has a similar set of basic beliefs and practices that he or she follows. Some of the teachings of Catholicism are thousands of years old, while others are more recent. So what is the Catholic culture like and what do they believe? Catholicism For Dummies answers these and many other questions. Whether you’re a Catholic or not, you may be totally clueless or just unaware of some aspects of Catholic traditions, history, doctrine, worship, devotion, or culture. No sweat. Regardless of whether you’re engaged, married, related to a Catholic, or just curious about what Catholics really do believe, this book is for you. Catholicism For Dummies is not a catechism or religious textbook, but a casual, down-to-earth introduction for non-Catholics and reintroduction for Catholics. It gives commonsense explanations so that the next time you’re invited to a Catholic wedding, Baptism, funeral, Confirmation, or First Communion, you won’t be totally confused. You’ll also discover other important topics that can help you better understand the Catholic culture—from morality and devotions to worship and liturgy. This book will familiarize you with Catholicism by showing you: What it means to be a Catholic: traditions, prayers, beliefs, and holidays Who is who in the Catholic hierarchy How Catholics worship What the Seven Sacraments and Ten Commandments are The book regarded as the holiest to Catholics: The Bible The Church’s stand on some sticky issues Catholicism For Dummies presents a rich tapestry and history of the Catholic faith—from devotions to doctrines. This intelligent and faithful look at Catholicism will open your eyes to this religion and answer many of the questions you may have about it.
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 1118053788
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 463
Book Description
There are more than one billion Catholics in the world, and each one has a similar set of basic beliefs and practices that he or she follows. Some of the teachings of Catholicism are thousands of years old, while others are more recent. So what is the Catholic culture like and what do they believe? Catholicism For Dummies answers these and many other questions. Whether you’re a Catholic or not, you may be totally clueless or just unaware of some aspects of Catholic traditions, history, doctrine, worship, devotion, or culture. No sweat. Regardless of whether you’re engaged, married, related to a Catholic, or just curious about what Catholics really do believe, this book is for you. Catholicism For Dummies is not a catechism or religious textbook, but a casual, down-to-earth introduction for non-Catholics and reintroduction for Catholics. It gives commonsense explanations so that the next time you’re invited to a Catholic wedding, Baptism, funeral, Confirmation, or First Communion, you won’t be totally confused. You’ll also discover other important topics that can help you better understand the Catholic culture—from morality and devotions to worship and liturgy. This book will familiarize you with Catholicism by showing you: What it means to be a Catholic: traditions, prayers, beliefs, and holidays Who is who in the Catholic hierarchy How Catholics worship What the Seven Sacraments and Ten Commandments are The book regarded as the holiest to Catholics: The Bible The Church’s stand on some sticky issues Catholicism For Dummies presents a rich tapestry and history of the Catholic faith—from devotions to doctrines. This intelligent and faithful look at Catholicism will open your eyes to this religion and answer many of the questions you may have about it.
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Evangelical Christianity
Author: David Cobia, D.Min.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1440626081
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 440
Book Description
The word on spreading the word ... The Evangelical Christian movement is the fastest growing segment of American religion with 42% of all Christians in America identifying themselves as Evangelicals. Now, Evangelical Pastor David Cobia shares the genesis, history, and culture of this religion in America with a balanced, accessible tone. He also touches upon the controversies it's spawned regarding such topics as school curriculum, abortion, gay rights, and family structure. Written both for those inside the movement and those wanting to know more, it gives a clear, factual portrait of what this growing Christian movement is all about. --Balanced, positive yet objective tone and presentation of information --Provides a complete history of the movement, details about specific services and rituals, and interviews with Evangelical Christians about their beliefs and lifestyles --Discusses controversial topics and how Evangelical Christians feel about them
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1440626081
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 440
Book Description
The word on spreading the word ... The Evangelical Christian movement is the fastest growing segment of American religion with 42% of all Christians in America identifying themselves as Evangelicals. Now, Evangelical Pastor David Cobia shares the genesis, history, and culture of this religion in America with a balanced, accessible tone. He also touches upon the controversies it's spawned regarding such topics as school curriculum, abortion, gay rights, and family structure. Written both for those inside the movement and those wanting to know more, it gives a clear, factual portrait of what this growing Christian movement is all about. --Balanced, positive yet objective tone and presentation of information --Provides a complete history of the movement, details about specific services and rituals, and interviews with Evangelical Christians about their beliefs and lifestyles --Discusses controversial topics and how Evangelical Christians feel about them
The Complete Idiot's Guide to College Survival
Author: Laurie Rozakis
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 9780028641690
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 294
Book Description
Offers survival tips on adjusting to college life, on- and off-campus housing, the Greek scene, studying, exams and papers, finances, partying, and balancing work and leisure time.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 9780028641690
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 294
Book Description
Offers survival tips on adjusting to college life, on- and off-campus housing, the Greek scene, studying, exams and papers, finances, partying, and balancing work and leisure time.
The Complete Idiot's Guide to the Popes and the Papacy
Author: Brandon Toropov
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 9780028642901
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 340
Book Description
The Complete Idiot's Guide® to the Popes and the Papacy offers a comprehensive look at the history, trials, and triumphs of the Bishops of Rome. This book offers an easy-to-understand historical survey of the papacy, which is among the oldest institutions on earth, and may well be the oldest continuous position of leadership in existence. It's all here: remarkable stories of popes who held immense power within the Church and popes who served as figureheads; popes who ruled as supreme authorities in their own right and popes who offered an inspired model of resistance to secular tyrannies; popes who lost sight of the dictates of their own faith and popes who set sublime moral and devotional examples to the world. The book offers history, trivia, and trends new and old -- as well as a look at the future of the office. This is an entertaining and enlightening look at one of the world's most remarkable jobs, one that has guided Catholicism for two millennia and wields an influence today.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 9780028642901
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 340
Book Description
The Complete Idiot's Guide® to the Popes and the Papacy offers a comprehensive look at the history, trials, and triumphs of the Bishops of Rome. This book offers an easy-to-understand historical survey of the papacy, which is among the oldest institutions on earth, and may well be the oldest continuous position of leadership in existence. It's all here: remarkable stories of popes who held immense power within the Church and popes who served as figureheads; popes who ruled as supreme authorities in their own right and popes who offered an inspired model of resistance to secular tyrannies; popes who lost sight of the dictates of their own faith and popes who set sublime moral and devotional examples to the world. The book offers history, trivia, and trends new and old -- as well as a look at the future of the office. This is an entertaining and enlightening look at one of the world's most remarkable jobs, one that has guided Catholicism for two millennia and wields an influence today.
Complete Idiot's Guide to Understanding Catholicism
Author: Robert Thomas O'Gorman
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 428
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 428
Book Description
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Classical Mythology
Author: Kevin Osborn
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 9780028623856
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 428
Book Description
An introduction to Greek and Roman mythology provides explanations of all the gods and their roles, origins of the myths and theories on who wrote them, and the function of myths in society
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 9780028623856
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 428
Book Description
An introduction to Greek and Roman mythology provides explanations of all the gods and their roles, origins of the myths and theories on who wrote them, and the function of myths in society