Reviews the historical development of the five great religious traditions that continue to shape our world: Judaism, Hinduism, Buddhism, Christianity and Islam. Other faiths, such as Zoroastrianism, Jainism, Taoism and Confucianism, are noted as they have contributed to the growth of the major faiths under discussion. Comparisons between and common influences among these faith traditions are discussed. Each of these religions is treated as a valid path to God. For the general reader as well as for survey courses on world religions or civilizations.
