This compelling guide addresses questions that have endured since the dawn of humankind, and reports on such recent trends as the increase in near-death experiences. Beliefs pertaining to life after death that have developed in virtually every culture, religion, philosophy and psychic dimension are also explored. Presents nearly 250 entries in A-to-Z order, including biographies, definitions, theories and cultural and religious belief systems.
This compelling guide addresses questions that have endured since the dawn of humankind, and reports on such recent trends as the increase in near-death experiences. Beliefs pertaining to life after death that have developed in virtually every culture, religion, philosophy and psychic dimension are also explored. Presents nearly 250 entries in A-to-Z order, including biographies, definitions, theories and cultural and religious belief systems.