The phenomenon of religion sweeps the world today, raising profound and significant questions and transforming ancient societies, deeply impacting our lives. To truly grasp these occurrences, a comprehensive understanding provided by the study of religions is crucial. Despite the Arab world's interest in religion, literature on the study of religions in Arabic is scarce. The discipline has advanced significantly in the West since its inception by Max Muller.

This encyclopedic book on 'Study of Religions' delves into everything related to religions, defining them, their formation, and their prehistoric origins. It explores the formation and rituals of primitive and ancient religions, studies the religions of ancient civilizations like the Greeks and Romans, in the Far and Near East, and traces the emergence of Abrahamic religions up to the medieval era. It examines religious debates and issues of that period and the rise of Gnostic religions, continuing to the modern era.

Throughout its historical analysis, the book highlights the roles played by religious thinkers, sociologists, anthropologists, linguists, philosophers, and theologians who contributed to studying the religious phenomenon and developing research methodologies in the study of religions. Finally, it touches on contemporary beliefs resembling religions in their structure and practices and anticipates the future of religions amidst the rise of globalization, advancements in information technology, communications, and the widespread presence of the internet.

• Author Name: Khazal Al-Majidi
• Publishing House: Believers Without Borders for Studies and Research - Beirut
• Year of Publication: 2019
• Number of Pages: 620
• Number of Parts: 1
• Binding Type: Paperback
• ISBN: 9786148030116