Sacred origins of profound things
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New York : Penguin Arcana, 1996.
ISBN
0140195335, 9780140195330
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Chicago Heights Public Library - Stacks | 200 P18 | On Shelf |
Dolton Public Library District - Stacks | 200 PAN | On Shelf |
McCook Public Library District - Stacks | 200 PAN PB | On Shelf |
The Theosophical Society in America - H.S. Olcott Memorial Library - General Stacks | 200 PAN SOPT | On Shelf |
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Published
New York : Penguin Arcana, 1996.
Format
Book
Physical Desc
xi, 594 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm
Language
English
ISBN
0140195335, 9780140195330
Notes
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (pages 571-575) and index.
Description
"In this enlightening and entertaining work Charles Panati explores the origins of hundreds of religious rituals, customs, and practices in many faiths, the reasons for religious holidays and sacred symbols, and the meanings of vestments, sacraments, devotions, and prayers. Its many revelations include why the Star of David became the Jewish counterpart of the Christian cross; what mortal remains of the Buddha are venerated today; how the diamond engagement ring became a standard; that the first pope was a happily married man; how Hindu thinkers arrived at their concept of reincarnation; and why Jews don't eat pork, why some Muslims don't eat certain vegetables, and how some Christians came to observe meatless Fridays." "Sacred Origins of Profound Things is an indispensable resource for all those interested in the history of religion and the history of ideas - and an inspiring guide to those seeking to understand their faith."--Jacket.
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APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)
Panati, C. (1996). Sacred origins of profound things . Penguin Arcana.
Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Panati, Charles, 1943-. 1996. Sacred Origins of Profound Things. Penguin Arcana.
Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Panati, Charles, 1943-. Sacred Origins of Profound Things Penguin Arcana, 1996.
MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)Panati, Charles. Sacred Origins of Profound Things Penguin Arcana, 1996.
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