This book codifies, describes, and contextualizes group rituals and individual practices from world religious traditions. At the interface of religious studies,

An easy-to-use and comprehensive guide that explores the intriguing dogma and rituals, cultural convictions, and often-checkered backgrounds and histories of th

Originally published: Grand Rapids, Mich.: Zondervan Publishing House, c1991.

This book examines religious beliefs expressed through ritualized behavior and festivals.

The women of communities in Hindu India and Christian Orthodox Finland alike offer lamentations and mockery during wedding rituals. Catholic women of southern I