Examines each religion--including ancient Greek, Roman, Norse, and Celtic religions, Hinduism, Buddhism, Christianity, and nature religions--discussing its history, founder, major deity, beliefs, festivals, and celebrations.

A fascinating history of religion explores the ways in which various cultures and civilizations have viewed God, religion, and spirituality through the ages, shedding new light on humankind's search for meaning and detailing the beliefs, rituals, tenets, and practices of Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Buddhism, and other world religions.