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Christianity, Cults, and Religions
"Rose Bible Basics: Christianity, Cults & Religions" - know what you believe and why"Christianity, Cults & Religions" contains a side-by-side comparison of more than 40 world religions, cults and sects. "Christianity, Cults & Religions" is a well-researched introduction on comparative religions from a Christian viewpoint and will help you understand the teachings of Jesus and the Bible as well as learn the differences between other groups and beliefs. This is an excellent resource for people who have friends, coworkers, and neighbors of other faiths. "112 pages, 6 x 9 inch paperback."
"Christianity, Cults & Religions" takes a close look at the following groups: Anthroposophy Bahai Buddhism Theravada (path of the elders) Mahayana (greater vehicle) Vajrayana (diamond vehicle) Christian Science Eastern Mysticism Hare Krishna Hinduism Shaivism (theistic rather than impersonalistic Shaktism (devotion to Shakti or the divine mother) Vaishnavism (worship of Vishnu) Islam Jehovah's Witnesses Judaism Kabbalah Mormonism (Latter-day Saints or Mormons) Nation of Islam New Age Movement Nichiren Shoshu Buddhism Scientology (Dianetics) Sikhism (combining Hinduism with Islam) Healthy, Happy, Holy (3HO) Radha Soami (Eckankar and MSIA Movement for Spiritual Inner Awareness) Theosophy Transcendental Meditation (TM) Unification Church (Sun Myung Moon) Unity School Wicca Topics compared: Founder, Date, Location Authoritative Writings Who is God? Who is Jesus? Who is the Holy Spirit? What happens after death? How does one gain Salvation? Other beliefs and practices "Christianity, Cults & Religions" is a combination of seven very popular pamphlets: Christianity, Cults & Religions Christianity, Cults & the Occult Christianity & Eastern Religions Islam & Christianity 10 Questions and Answers on Jehovah's Witnesses 10 Questions and Answers on Mormonism 10 Keys to Witnessing to Cults "Christianity, Cults & Religions" helps clarify the differences between various religions, cults, and religious movements and makes a great study guide for small groups, personal study, or Sunday school classes.
Also available for Kindle and for iPhone/smartphones.
"Christianity, Cults and Religions" general editor Paul Carden is a longtime specialist in the field of cults and new religions around the world. Mr. Carden is Executive Director of the Centers for Apologetics Research (CFAR), and he has devoted nearly 30 years of his life to cult-related research and outreach in Latin America, Africa, eastern Europe, and the former Soviet Union. Paul's articles have appeared in such publications as "Evangelical Missions Quarterly," "East-West Church and Ministry Report," "International Journal of Frontier Missions," and "World Pulse." He has served on the editorial board of the "Cultic Studies Review" and is contributing editor of the weekly "Apologia Report."
"Christianity, Cults & Religions" takes a close look at the following groups: Anthroposophy Bahai Buddhism Theravada (path of the elders) Mahayana (greater vehicle) Vajrayana (diamond vehicle) Christian Science Eastern Mysticism Hare Krishna Hinduism Shaivism (theistic rather than impersonalistic Shaktism (devotion to Shakti or the divine mother) Vaishnavism (worship of Vishnu) Islam Jehovah's Witnesses Judaism Kabbalah Mormonism (Latter-day Saints or Mormons) Nation of Islam New Age Movement Nichiren Shoshu Buddhism Scientology (Dianetics) Sikhism (combining Hinduism with Islam) Healthy, Happy, Holy (3HO) Radha Soami (Eckankar and MSIA Movement for Spiritual Inner Awareness) Theosophy Transcendental Meditation (TM) Unification Church (Sun Myung Moon) Unity School Wicca Topics compared: Founder, Date, Location Authoritative Writings Who is God? Who is Jesus? Who is the Holy Spirit? What happens after death? How does one gain Salvation? Other beliefs and practices "Christianity, Cults & Religions" is a combination of seven very popular pamphlets: Christianity, Cults & Religions Christianity, Cults & the Occult Christianity & Eastern Religions Islam & Christianity 10 Questions and Answers on Jehovah's Witnesses 10 Questions and Answers on Mormonism 10 Keys to Witnessing to Cults "Christianity, Cults & Religions" helps clarify the differences between various religions, cults, and religious movements and makes a great study guide for small groups, personal study, or Sunday school classes.
Also available for Kindle and for iPhone/smartphones.
"Christianity, Cults and Religions" general editor Paul Carden is a longtime specialist in the field of cults and new religions around the world. Mr. Carden is Executive Director of the Centers for Apologetics Research (CFAR), and he has devoted nearly 30 years of his life to cult-related research and outreach in Latin America, Africa, eastern Europe, and the former Soviet Union. Paul's articles have appeared in such publications as "Evangelical Missions Quarterly," "East-West Church and Ministry Report," "International Journal of Frontier Missions," and "World Pulse." He has served on the editorial board of the "Cultic Studies Review" and is contributing editor of the weekly "Apologia Report."
112 pages, Paperback
First published May 21, 2008
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January 27, 2022
Our small group is just finishing this video-based study and learned a lot, but the presentation was fast and furious by an old guy with a terrible green screen, so it wasn't always engaging. I know more about several other religions than I did before, so that led to top-notch biblical discussions in our group. The questions in the book were okay, nothing riveting, but the definition of words, the comparison charts, and most importantly how to talk to people of that belief system were really helpful.
September 10, 2024
This is a handy side by side comparison of world religions and cults. It does not go in-depth but is useful for a basic comparison. Available as a pamphlet and I think that would be the best way to have this information.
February 26, 2022
Not a great book.
I noticed on my own religion the author did not know what he was talking about. This is why you don't go to somebody who has a bias. Not a great or good book.
I noticed on my own religion the author did not know what he was talking about. This is why you don't go to somebody who has a bias. Not a great or good book.
May 4, 2021
This is a well written summary of twenty major cults and religions. It provides a comparison between these twenty and Christianity. It is well written and concise. The major flaw is it lacks depth. However, it is ideal for anyone wanting a short read that gives them an overview and comparison of twenty cults and religions with Christianity.
June 25, 2017
A wealth of knowledge to know.
It's important to educate your self in this book does that for you. Read up on the different religions so you will be well-equipped to spread the gospel.
It's important to educate your self in this book does that for you. Read up on the different religions so you will be well-equipped to spread the gospel.
July 3, 2018
Covered More Non-Christian
I enjoyed the book as it covered religions outside of Christianity, but it was not was I was seeking when I purchased it. It does cover basic principles of many spiritual groups, but does not go to the depth in which I had hoped.
I enjoyed the book as it covered religions outside of Christianity, but it was not was I was seeking when I purchased it. It does cover basic principles of many spiritual groups, but does not go to the depth in which I had hoped.
December 24, 2018
Interesting
Reading over this the author and research teach provide some interesting information, although some of it not fully correct, showing a partial understanding of the beliefs of the religions they are reviewing.
Reading over this the author and research teach provide some interesting information, although some of it not fully correct, showing a partial understanding of the beliefs of the religions they are reviewing.
March 26, 2019
5 stars because it is fair and accurate presentation of what each of these dissimilar religious worldviews maintain as truth. Anyone, from any background, should read the comparison before arguing for their faith based religion.
February 11, 2018
I found this to be a very good basic overview of quite a few of the most-followed religions around the world.
April 7, 2018
Pretty cool summary
I wanted to understand in a nutshell what different religions believe in and this book was really interesting and short
I wanted to understand in a nutshell what different religions believe in and this book was really interesting and short
April 1, 2019
Quick overviews
Helpful, quick essentials of most cults. Very helpful and easy to read. Clear, concise, and clarifying. Also presents the Gospel in an easy-to-understand format.
Helpful, quick essentials of most cults. Very helpful and easy to read. Clear, concise, and clarifying. Also presents the Gospel in an easy-to-understand format.
April 24, 2019
Great Resource
This is a greeat, short resource!! We are going to use it as part of our home school curriculum next year.
This is a greeat, short resource!! We are going to use it as part of our home school curriculum next year.
May 1, 2020
The difference between a relationship with God compare to religion
I have it five stars because it's efficient and right to the point, I've like it because it's interesting. Buy it
I have it five stars because it's efficient and right to the point, I've like it because it's interesting. Buy it
August 27, 2020
Good Reference
Easy to read and understand. Good place to start your research. Would recommend this book if someone is just wanting to do a quick/brief study.
Easy to read and understand. Good place to start your research. Would recommend this book if someone is just wanting to do a quick/brief study.
November 11, 2020
Giving this two stars is very generous. I do not recommend this book. Even calling it a book is rather generous.
March 29, 2016
Good Information, measurements need definition
Brief descriptions of various splinter Christian groups, other religions, and even Wicca based on a framework of beliefs provided by the opening entry which is called Biblical Christianity. The comparisons were done fairly evenhanded and are useful for recognizing elemental differences. The issue would be the source of "Biblical" Christianity as a great many groups maintain that position including Baptists, Methodists, Evangelicals, etc... Looking at one example used for comparison, the Trinity. In defining the Trinity one way as if this was a universal solid Christian belief, while its variations have been a major bone of contention and division only being settled after the Council of Nicea in the 4th Century A.D. which afterwards slaughtered anyone who disagreed. This book therefore takes the trinity as a measure and ascribes it as legitimate "Biblical" by which to differentiate them from the others, on a point which was only established 300+ years after Jesus.
I felt the authors were truly attempting a evenhanded and fair approach. What is missing is the revelation of their actual Christian roots that were used as the yardstick for comparison.
Brief descriptions of various splinter Christian groups, other religions, and even Wicca based on a framework of beliefs provided by the opening entry which is called Biblical Christianity. The comparisons were done fairly evenhanded and are useful for recognizing elemental differences. The issue would be the source of "Biblical" Christianity as a great many groups maintain that position including Baptists, Methodists, Evangelicals, etc... Looking at one example used for comparison, the Trinity. In defining the Trinity one way as if this was a universal solid Christian belief, while its variations have been a major bone of contention and division only being settled after the Council of Nicea in the 4th Century A.D. which afterwards slaughtered anyone who disagreed. This book therefore takes the trinity as a measure and ascribes it as legitimate "Biblical" by which to differentiate them from the others, on a point which was only established 300+ years after Jesus.
I felt the authors were truly attempting a evenhanded and fair approach. What is missing is the revelation of their actual Christian roots that were used as the yardstick for comparison.
May 18, 2015
Misinformation Abounding
Just thought that I would give this a quick look, and found it didn't even deserve that. Evidently the research done was not that extensive. I would not want to believe what is said about religions other than my own because the brief synopsis of mine is so inaccurate. Perhaps they drew from research done by Fox News as it appears to be of that calibre of truthfulness. If you want to really know what these religions are about, there are much better sources than this.
Just thought that I would give this a quick look, and found it didn't even deserve that. Evidently the research done was not that extensive. I would not want to believe what is said about religions other than my own because the brief synopsis of mine is so inaccurate. Perhaps they drew from research done by Fox News as it appears to be of that calibre of truthfulness. If you want to really know what these religions are about, there are much better sources than this.
June 11, 2015
Succinct yet rich - Great Work!
A very short and clear presentation of facts for learning and for reference, suitable for practicing Christians as well as all curious minds. Information provided is useful as guidance for young/New Christian disciples to enable them avoid spiritual contamination through mingling with false teachings and demonic religions. It also provides a handy source of reference for older Christians whose faith in Christ is beginning to wane.
A very short and clear presentation of facts for learning and for reference, suitable for practicing Christians as well as all curious minds. Information provided is useful as guidance for young/New Christian disciples to enable them avoid spiritual contamination through mingling with false teachings and demonic religions. It also provides a handy source of reference for older Christians whose faith in Christ is beginning to wane.
May 31, 2015
Too incomplete
Though there may be good intentions in the writing of this book, it falls short in several aspects. It's summaries of some religions includes things taken out of context and therefore leaving wrong impressions about some of their teachings.
The overviews were okay but far too incomplete to get valid understandings of some of the mentioned religions.
Overall, I was disappointed with the incompleteness and the number of things taken poo it of context.
Though there may be good intentions in the writing of this book, it falls short in several aspects. It's summaries of some religions includes things taken out of context and therefore leaving wrong impressions about some of their teachings.
The overviews were okay but far too incomplete to get valid understandings of some of the mentioned religions.
Overall, I was disappointed with the incompleteness and the number of things taken poo it of context.
June 1, 2015
A simple and interesting depiction of religions and cults that exist across the Globe. It is easy to read and provides accurate information. Although it is a bit simplistic-only the basics of every belief. However, I believe it is a useful book for understanding the differences between diverse cults.
June 12, 2015
A comprehensive overview of the major religions, this book works well as a quick reference card, but lacks real depth. A available pdf download version comes with the kindle version, which is a nice addition.
September 19, 2016
Very enlighting to see what others believe.
The was a good overview of the religions that were covered. Gave the basic information you would need to be able to have some insight into other cultures beliefs.
The was a good overview of the religions that were covered. Gave the basic information you would need to be able to have some insight into other cultures beliefs.
January 23, 2014
Great for a small group. Lots to learn.
November 8, 2014
Short & to the point
If you don't have a lot of time, but are curious... this book offers Good BASIC review of primary beliefs & differences
If you don't have a lot of time, but are curious... this book offers Good BASIC review of primary beliefs & differences
June 10, 2015
Good overview
Good high level overview of various religions with scriptural references for Christianity. For additional details, check out book by Paul Carden.
Good high level overview of various religions with scriptural references for Christianity. For additional details, check out book by Paul Carden.
September 1, 2015
A good overview of different views as they relate to Christianity, but of course it doesn't replace doing further research yourself.
February 18, 2016
Not for the Kindle
Only part of the brochure is here. You have to go to a computer to download and print the PDF file if you want to see it all.
Only part of the brochure is here. You have to go to a computer to download and print the PDF file if you want to see it all.
December 2, 2021
Great little quick guide
April 15, 2017
Concise description of some cults and religions of the world. An easy to understand read!
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April 18, 2017not what I expected, I expect an extensive research on the various sect but sadly it's too brief.
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