Britannica World Religions Handheld Edition

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NOTE: This is the Low-Res version (160x160) of the product. Hi-Res Palm device customers who purchase this product may contact us at support@towncompass.com to get a direct download link for the Hi-Res version (320x320) of the product.Complete coverage of the world's religions.The Britannica World Religions Handheld Edition contains 3,450 authoritative entries that entail a variety of topics, including religious movements, concepts, historical and legendary figures, divinities, spiritual characters and important religious locations. You'll also find in-depth articles on the major religions of our time, such as Christianity, Judaism, Islam, Hinduism, and Buddhism. With the comprehensive coverage available in this application, you'll learn more about other religions as well, including Confucianism, Jainism, Native American religions, Sikhism and much more.Use Britannica World Religions to find the answers to these and many other questions:What religion is practiced by a third of the world's population?What does the lighting of the menorah commemorate?When did Muhammad begin preaching Islam?What are dharma, karma, and samsara?The Database contains:Ancient Religions, including Baltic, Celtic, Egyptian, Finno-Ugric, Germanic, Greek, Mesopotamian, and Roman ReligionsBuddhism, including Beliefs & Practices, History, Mythology, Philosophy, Major Forms, Literature, and Sacred PlacesChristianity, including Beliefs & Practices, Doctrines, History, Literature, Major Forms, Mythology, Philosophy & Mysticism, and SaintsHinduism, including Beliefs & Practices, Major Forms, Mythology, Philosophy & Mysticism, Literature, and Sacred PlacesIslam, including Beliefs & Practices, History, Islamic Law, Literature, Mysticism, Sacred Places, and Theology & PhilosophyJudaism, including Beliefs & Practices, History, Literature, Major Forms, Mythology, Philosophy, and Sacred PlacesOther Religions, including Confucianism, Jainism, Native American Religions, New Religious Movements, Pre-Columbian Meso-American Religions, Pre-Columbian South American Religions, Shinto, Sikhism, Taoism, Understanding Religion, and a Glossary of TermsKey Features include:Full-color Cover Page3,450 entries & 330 graphicsStorage Card CompatibilityKeyword Search - allows for multiple entry searchesAdjustable font sizes and stylesCross Reference Links - tap on a link to see a related subject without leaving the entry you are viewingBritannica World Religions Handheld Edition is the perfect resource for those wanting to learn their religious heritage or for those who are just curious about other religions. Get a copy for yourself today!Other products in the BritannicaSeries:

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