This Collection of religious studies by a distinguished University Professor of the History of Religions offers the reader a concise, accurate update based on responsible personal research and utilization of international scientific literature on topics including: African religions, Hinduism, Jainism, Buddhism, Islam, Sikhism, Religion, Religious Studies, Idolatry, Mysticism, the Qur'an, and Christians and Muslims in Europe today.

Innovative religious figures: Zoroaster, Buddha, Laozi, Confucius, Mencius, Muhammad, Nanak.

Highlights of key differences: Christianity - Hinduism - Buddhism, Yoga - Orthodox Hesychasm. An Orthodox perspective on other religions.

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