جزییات کتاب
Covering secret societies, mysterious ancient traditions, and the often-mistaken history of the world's religious symbols, this book takes readers on a tour through the fascinating world of religious symbolism and reveals the most mysterious and misunderstood facets of religion.• Provides fascinating historical and contextual information about religious traditions and symbols• Addresses the roots of some of today's most popular superstitions and conspiratorial theories• Focuses primarily on religions that are dominant or are becoming widespread within the United States, allowing students to gain a better understanding of religion in American society and greater appreciation for cultural diversity• Develops a unique thesis about utilizing religious archetypes to facilitate understanding of religious ritual and organizations• Includes a phonetic pronunciation guide with each entry to help students become comfortable with unfamiliar terminology