What The World Believes, The False And The True, All Nations Of The World
Embracing The People Of All Races And Nations, Their Peculiar Teachings, Rites, Ceremonies, Traditions, And Customs, Public And Private,
Together With A Full Account Of The Origin, Rise And Progress Of Their Various Sects. Historical, Doctrinal, Statistical, and Biographical
Illustrated With Numerous Engravings
Comprising Pictures Of Heathen Gods, Temples, Symbols, Ceremonials And Rites, with Numerous Portraits Of Important Characters
Written And Prepared By: Albert L. Rawson, Esq., John Gilmary Shea, LL.D., Rev. C. M. Butler, D.D., Rev. W. H. H. Marsh, Rev. Edwin H. Nevins, D.D., Rev. J. L. Gracey, Rev. L. M. Sturdevant, Jr, Rev. S. Morias, Rev. S. P. Sheffrey, W. Channing Nevin, Esq., Rev. Alfred Nevin, D.D., William Burder, B.A., Rev. Joseph Osgood, Rev. Dr. E. G. Brooks, Rev. Williard H. Hinkley
Publisher: Gay Brothers & Co., New York
Copyright 1884 by Gay Brothers & Co.
NOTE: prior ownership inscription on title page, "Abel Leonard 1885", Multiple stamps throughout pages
"What the World Believes" is a comprehensive exploration of the world's religions, cultures, and belief systems, aiming to provide a detailed overview of the "False and the True" doctrines, rites, ceremonies, traditions, and customs of various peoples across the globe. Compiled by a team of writers including Albert L. Rawson, John Gilmary Shea, and several clergymen, the book encompasses a wide range of topics, from the origins and development of different sects to the practices and beliefs of diverse races and nations. Illustrated with engravings depicting religious symbols, ceremonies, and important figures, the encyclopedia serves as a cultural and religious reference, seeking to educate readers about the diversity of human spiritual expression and societal practices.
This book represents a collaborative effort by a group of authors, including historians, clergymen, and scholars. While it is difficult to isolate the "achievements" of each individual contributor in this summary, the collective achievement of the authors lies in their attempt to synthesize a vast amount of information about global religions and cultures into a single, comprehensive volume. Their work reflects a 19th-century interest in comparative religion and ethnography, aiming to provide readers with a broad understanding of the world's diverse belief systems and societal practices. The book's value lies in its historical context, offering insights into the prevailing views and knowledge of different cultures during that era.
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