Encyclopedia of religion in America / edited by Charles H. Lippy, Peter W. Williams.

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TextPublication details: Washington, D.C. : CQ Press, c2010.Description: 4 v. : ill. ; 29 cmISBN:

9780872895805 (alk. paper)
0872895807 (alk. paper)

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DDC classification:

200.9703 22

LOC classification:

BL2520 .E52 2010

Other classification:

11.00

Contents:

v. 1. A-D -- v. 2. E-K -- v. 3. L-P -- v. 4. Q-Z.

Summary: "A multidisciplinary examination of religion in American life. This authoritative four-volume reference work explores the origins, development, influence, and interrelations of the many faiths practiced in North America, including major world religions and emerging sects, cults and movements. The work covers the significant denominations and movements that have originated or flourished in the United States, Canada, and Mexico, from the beginning of European settlement to the present. Includes coverage of religious life amoung indigenous peoples; specific aspects of religous life; and the relationship of religion to the political, social, economic, and cultural spheres. Topics include: church-state issues; environment and ecology; gay and lesbian issues; religion and politics; religious life of African Americans and Latinos; religious thought; role of women; worship"-- BACK COVER.

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Includes bibliographical references and index.

v. 1. A-D -- v. 2. E-K -- v. 3. L-P -- v. 4. Q-Z.

"A multidisciplinary examination of religion in American life. This authoritative four-volume reference work explores the origins, development, influence, and interrelations of the many faiths practiced in North America, including major world religions and emerging sects, cults and movements. The work covers the significant denominations and movements that have originated or flourished in the United States, Canada, and Mexico, from the beginning of European settlement to the present. Includes coverage of religious life amoung indigenous peoples; specific aspects of religous life; and the relationship of religion to the political, social, economic, and cultural spheres. Topics include: church-state issues; environment and ecology; gay and lesbian issues; religion and politics; religious life of African Americans and Latinos; religious thought; role of women; worship"-- BACK COVER.