[Print: REF BL 31 .E46 2005 (15 volumes)] One of the most complete and authoritative works on all aspects of religion and traditional belief systems. Presents a cross-cultural approach that emphasizes religion's role within everyday life and as a unique experience from culture to culture.

Essays on current religious practices around the world with an emphasis on how religions impact the daily lives of their followers. Essays on specific religions and on religious practices in individual countries.

Find concise but substantive entries on major and minor religions, sacred writings, traditions, people, festivals, etc.

Encyclopedia of the entire ancient Mediterranean world, with over 5,000 entries covering social and cultural to political, economic, and intellectual history. Geographic range extends beyond Greece and Rome to the Ancient Near East, Bronze and Iron Age Greece, Jewish history, and Pharaonic Egypt. Chronological span: Neolithic through the eighth century CE (i.e., 701-800). MAPS: in the "Special Features" sidebar, click the link "Maps of the Ancient World."

The titles in this multidisciplinary series offer authoritative surveys of original research in a particular subject area. Specially commissioned essays from recognized scholars in the discipline give critical examinations of the progress and direction of debates, as well as a foundation for future research.
Note: There are many titles in this series--available to UVM affiliates--that are specifically devoted to religion or have substantial content devoted to various topics in religion. To view a list of titles in Religion--> enter the database-> in the "Subject" section at the top of the screen, click "Religion"-> in the list of results, click the tab at the top that tells you the number of Books->when viewing the title list, in the left side-bar, tick the box next to "Unlocked." A green padlock icon indicates a book that UVM provides.

Examines the anthropological, sociological, historical, economic, and scientific theories of race and racism in the modem era. Delves into the historic origins of ideas of race and racism and explores their social and scientific consequences. Includes biographies of significant theorists, as well as political and social leaders.

Explains the origins, development, adaptation, influence, and interrelations of the many faiths practiced, including major world religions, new religious sects, cults, and religious movements that originated or had an influence in the United States. On the next screen, choose the "SAGE" option.

Print: REF BL 2525 .C354 2012 (3 volumes)
Traces the historical development of religious traditions in America, following both their transplantation from other parts of the world and the inauguration of new religious movements in North America. V. 1 extends from prehistoric times until 1790. V. 2 focuses on the time period 1790-1945. V. 3 examines the religious situation in the U.S. from the end of World War II to the 21st century, contextualized in the larger North American context.

This titles includes sections on the following philosophies: Buddhist, Islamic, Christian, Jewish, Hindu

Scholarly, peer-reviewed open access encyclopedia, covering all aspects of philosophy - ancient and modern.

Basic philosophy encyclopedia that is geared towards the general reader as well as students.

Print: B 51 .O94 2005 (2nd floor)

Internet encyclopedia of mythology, folklore, and religion. The mythology section is divided to six geographical regions: Africa, Americas, Asia, Europe, Middle East, and Oceania. Also includes an image gallery. Caveat: this is an encyclopedia whose stated editorial standards for contributors are not rigorous.

Encyclopedia of geographical places and features - ancient and modern.