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The interviewees from 13 countries include an attendant to the Dalai Lama, a Jesuit seminarian, a rabbinical student, an Australian aboriginal clan member, African tribal members, and Unity and Presbyterian feminist ministers--all speaking candidly about their spiritual practices. The discussion includes current global religious issues such as increasing secularization and fundamentalist influence on governments.

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A grand collection of thought about what is sacred and what is thought to be sacred as seen by many different points of view. Fred Alan Wolf Ph.D, (Dr. Quantum) physicist, author Uniquely inclusive in its exploration of spirituality today, World Religions in Microcosm features current global perspectives, including new religions and ancient indigenous and tribal experiences, to inspire and inform the reader. It explores alternatives to patriarchal practices not included in other world religion books. Susan Suntree, author of Sacred Sites and Wisdom of the East A wonderful introductory book that brings a whole other lens compared to other world religions books. Professor Mark Unno, University of Oregon Dr. Kimball's book is a truly creative way to introduce various religious traditions. Her narrative approach makes the enterprise of studying religion feel more human and less abstract, and she supports her ideas with robust research. Greg Cootsoma, author of Science and Religions in America

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Professor Emerita Gayle Kimball, Ph.D. is the Nautilus award-winning author of 25 books, including ""Calm: How to Thrive in Challenging Times,"" a trilogy dialogue with visionary scientists, and ""Essential Energy Tools."" She taught courses in world religions and women in religion.

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