Encyclopedic Dictionary of Cults Sects and World Religions

Up-to-date well-documented comprehensive coverage of cults sects and world religions from the historical to the contemporaryINCLUDES Well-known groups and world religions such as Jehovahs Witnesses Mormons Islam and Bahai Groups with a significant North American influence including Santeria Rastafarians Haitian Voodo white supremacy groups Wicca and SatanismREVISED UPDATED AND EXPANDED TO INCLUDE NEW ENTRIES AND NEW INFORMATION Updated information on Islam and its global impact New entries: the Branch Davidians Native American religions Heavens Gate Aum Supreme Truth the Boston Movement the Masonic Lodge and many others Developments in the world of cults and the occultEncyclopedic Dictionary of Cults Sects and World Religions is arguably the most significant reference book on the subject to be published. Formerly titled Dictionary of Cults Sects Religions and the Occult it provides reliable information on the history and beliefs of nearly every form of religion active today. This extensively revised edition includes new topics updated information and a brand-new format for a clearer more organized approach.The authors evaluate the beliefs and practices of each group from the perspective of the Bible and the historic creeds of the Christian church. Youll also find group histories numerous illustrations charts current statistics websites bibliographies and other useful information.