{"title":"Paul Gwynne","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePaul Gwynne\u003c\/strong\u003e offers insightful explorations into the world's major faiths, presenting complex religious traditions with clarity and respect. His works provide thoughtful perspectives on figures such as Buddha, Jesus, and Muhammad, making them accessible to a broad readership interested in spirituality and belief systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders can expect well-researched texts that delve into how religions are practised, their historical context, and their ongoing influence in modern life. 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It offers a trusty thematic guide to the figureheads of three of the largest religions in the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe comparative approach is descriptive and even-handed, highlighting both similarities and differences across a range of major areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe thematic chapters cover: early life, followers, the core message, political attitudes, relations with women, and death.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe engaging writing and descriptive approach make this an ideal text for students, instructors and general readers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBuddha, Jesus and Muhammad\u003c\/em\u003e by Paul Gwynne is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding these pivotal religious figures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47460528128236,"sku":"9781118465509","price":61.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781118465509-buddha-jesus-and-muhammad.jpg?v=1774947932"},{"product_id":"world-religions-in-practice-by-paul-gwynne-9781405167024","title":"World Religions in Practice","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWorld Religions in Practice\u003c\/em\u003e introduces five of the world's great religions—Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam—and explores how they are lived and expressed in custom, ritual, and symbol.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a major new textbook exploring the world's great religions through their customs, rituals, and everyday practices. 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