A Dictionary of Gods and Goddesses, Devils and DemonsRoutledge, 29 kwi 2015 - 464 Containing around 1,800 entries this Dictionary covers, in one volume, all the important deities and demons from around the world. The gods of ancient mythology appear alongside the gods of contemporary religion, and `lesser' mythologies and religions are also fully covered. The author provides an extensive network of cross-references, allowing the reader to draw cross-cultural comparisons. The Dictionary will be an invaluable source of information for anyone interested in comparative religion or the diversity of religious views throughout the world. |
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Appendix I Functions aspects spheres of competence | |
Appendix II Symbols attributes motifs | |
Bibliography | |
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