All the world's major religions are represented. It's a good book for my family for two reasons. First, to see we have far more in common than we think. And there's much to learn from one another. Second, it's a nice book to offer if one does any inter-faith work or in times of tragedy to have neighbors over and read up lifting and comforting passages.

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Gems from the World's Great Scriptures Paperback – Jan. 1 2009
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- Publisher : Bah' Publishing
- Publication date : Jan. 1 2009
- Language : English
- Print length : 154 pages
- ISBN-10 : 1931847436
- ISBN-13 : 978-1931847438
- Item weight : 295 g
- Dimensions : 15.24 x 1.27 x 22.86 cm
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- elaineReviewed in the United States on October 4, 2015
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Verified PurchaseI hold interfaith devotions at my home, so I'm always looking for helpful materials. This little book offers selections from many faiths. Would be a good read for anyone interested in religion or spirituality.