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These are stories about what clergy of five religions were saying about suffering & evil, sin & Karma, forgiveness, faith, hope, joy, love, sex, God's character, experiencing God, afterlife, scriptures, authority, and the meaning of life. And the stories about the laypeople who were reluctant to voice their continuing doubts to the clergy. Yet, the whispered to the author their deeper concerns. The book has fourteen chapters that the laypeople are concerned about. In each chapter the clergy of the five religions give their view. Then the laypeople give their doubts. This is an excellent writing for individual study, group discussions, and comparative religion courses. It is a must read for professionals, educators, and people who want a deeper view of their an other religions. Highly recommended by readers.

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A very interesting book. Sure makes one think. - Jim Nelson, Retired editor, Hendersonville, NC A superb, extensively researched and thought-provoking study of the world's 5 major religions and how they can be used to affect change in one's life. Highly recommended. -Stan Parker, New York Stock Broker It has a thoughtful and unique perspective. Many persons are concerned about these significant issues. A lot of people will be interested in reading this book. - Typical comments from members of three Asheville writer's groups that reviewed portions of the manuscript.

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Ivan Beggs has lived, worked, and traveled in the US, Europe, India, China, Vietnam, and South America. He retired from The Timken Company with the position of Program Manager and from the US Army Reserves with the rank of Colonel, two Bronze Stars, and a Legion of Merit. He tries to understand why people believe what they do, whether religious or secular. Education: - Brooklyn Technical High School - BS, Mathematics, Worcester Polytechnic Institute - MA, Theology, Trinity Lutheran Seminary - MS, Industrial Engineering, Ohio State University - MBA, Business, Ohio State University - Graduate US Army War College. - Married with four children, four grandchildren. - Lives in Hendersonville, North Carolina.

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