The History of Religion a Sketch of Primitive Religious Beliefs and Practices and of the Origin and Character of the Great Systems

The History of Religion by Allan Menzies is a comprehensive book that explores the origins and development of religion throughout history. The book provides a detailed account of primitive religious beliefs and practices, tracing the evolution of religion from its earliest forms to the great systems that have emerged over time. Menzies examines the major religions of the world, including Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam, and offers insights into their origins, beliefs, and practices. The book also explores the role of religion in society and its impact on culture, politics, and morality. Written in a clear and accessible style, The History of Religion is an essential resource for anyone interested in understanding the complex and fascinating world of religion.1908. This text is intended to aid the student who desires to obtain a general idea of comparative religion, by exhibiting the subject as a connected and organic whole, and by indicating the leading points of view from which each of the great systems may best be understood. Contents Part I. The Religion of the Early World: The Beginning of Religion; The Earliest Objects of Worship; Early Developments-Belief; Early Developments-Practices; and National Religion. Contents Part II. Isolated National Religions: Babylon and Assyria; China; and The Religion of Ancient Egypt. Contents Part III. The Semitic Group: The Semitic Religion; Canaanites and Phenicians; Israel; and Islam. Contents Part IV. The Aryan Group: The Aryan Religion; The Teutons; Greece; The Religion of Rome; The Religions of India; The Vedic Religion; India, Brahmanism; India, Buddhism; and Persia. Contents Part V. Universal Religion: Christianity.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.