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Sikhism originated in Punjab during the fifteenth century, founded on the teachings of ten gurus who lived between 1469 and 1708. These gurus emphasized the equality of all people, challenging the prevailing caste system of Hinduism. Following the last guru's death, Sikhs have continued to honor these teachings, many of which are recorded in the Guru Granth Sahib. With around 23 million adherents, Sikhism is the world's fifth-largest religion, predominantly found in the Indian subcontinent, with significant communities in North America. The MAJOR WORLD RELIGIONS series explores six major faiths practiced globally, representing over 75 percent of the world's population. Each volume details the essential beliefs, history, practices, and rituals of a specific religion, complemented by color photos and back matter that includes an index, further reading lists, timelines, and contact information for organizations. To enhance learning, the series features Key Icons: Words to Understand with definitions at the chapter's start, bolded for easy reference; sidebars with additional content for broader perspectives; educational videos accessible via QR codes; text-dependent questions to reinforce comprehension; research project suggestions for deeper analysis; and a glossary of key terms to enrich understanding.

Hinduism is one of the world's oldest religions. It originated in the beliefs and practices of various civilizations and cultures that lived in the Indus River Valley more than 3,000 years ago. Hinduism is also one of the world's most complex and diverse religions, and its followers, known as Hindus, have a great variety of core beliefs and revere millions of different deities. Today, around 1 billion people follow Hinduism, making it the world's third-largest religion. This book examines the origins and history of Hinduism, and explores its sacred texts the Vedas, Upanishads, and other writings that include stories, hymns, poems, and rituals on which Hindus base their beliefs. The book also explores how beliefs differ among Hindu sects, and how the faith is practiced today

In the sixth century CE, the Prophet Muhammad emerged in the Arabian Peninsula, sharing the message of one god, Allah, and the importance of following His guidance. Today, Islam stands as the world’s second-largest religion, with over 1.6 billion adherents. While all Muslims honor the Qur'an, diverse practices exist globally. This book explores the origins of Islam, major sects, significant religious centers like Mecca and Medina, and the core practices that unify the umma, or Islamic community. Part of the MAJOR WORLD RELIGIONS series, this title provides insights into six major faiths practiced worldwide, representing over 75% of the global population. Each book details the beliefs, history, practices, and rituals of a specific religion, featuring color photos, an index, further reading lists, timelines, and contact information for organizations. Key Icons throughout the series encourage readers to expand their knowledge and perspectives. These include "Words to Understand" with definitions, sidebars with additional information, QR codes linking to educational videos, text-dependent questions for comprehension, research project suggestions, and a glossary of key terms. This comprehensive approach aims to enhance understanding and foster deeper engagement with the material.

Buddhism, the world's fourth-largest religion, boasts over 576 million followers globally. Its teachings stem from Guatama Buddha, who lived over 2,400 years ago in eastern India. Born into royalty, he became deeply concerned with the nature of suffering and dedicated years to exploring various religions and philosophies. His enlightenment led him to teach the path to true happiness, and Buddhism subsequently spread across Asia, with significant populations in China, Thailand, Japan, and Burma. This book explores the origins and history of Buddhism, highlighting its core beliefs, practices, and rituals. Part of the MAJOR WORLD RELIGIONS series, it covers six major faiths, representing over 75 percent of the global population. Each title delves into the beliefs, history, and practices of a specific religion, featuring color photos, an index, further reading lists, timelines, and contact information for related organizations. The series includes Key Icons designed to enhance understanding and engagement. "Words to Understand" at the chapter's start help build vocabulary, while sidebars provide additional context. Educational videos accessed via QR codes supplement the text, and text-dependent questions encourage deeper comprehension. Research projects at the chapter's end promote further exploration, and a glossary of key terms aids in understanding the terminology used throughout the series.

"The origins of the Jewish faith stretch back more than 4,000 years. Judaism was the first of the world s great monotheistic religions, and its code of laws and ethics have had a great influence on western civilization. The global Jewish population is about 14 million, with most Jews living either in the State of Israel or in the United States. This book explores the history, beliefs, and practices of Judaism, examining the differences between three branches of the faith (Orthodox, Conservative, and Reform) that have emerged in the past two centuries" -- provided by publisher