Evolution of Faith and Religion

ORIGINS: The mystery of higher entity captured the imagination of primitive cultures as 'Spirits'. The book explores how the early Homo sapiens used rituals to appease spirits and devised traditions.. PHILOSOPHIES emerged between 800 and 200 BCE during the Axial Period in the East and West. RELIGIONS began with the revelations of Prophets which became 'The Word' in religious texts the basis of organized religions i.e. Judaism Christianity Islam Hinduism Buddhism and Sikhism. These are explored for their origins and historical perspective for a clear understanding. Similarity in the teachings and how the sectarian divisions appeared are discussed. Role of women is traced back to 1880 BCE and how it was diminished. . REFERENCE BOOK for parents teachers and preachers to engage global youth to the cultural and religious insights so that they can interact with people around the globe as well informed persons. Interviews with religious leaders of the world show that spirituality is the unifying link in all faiths. Explore......................