5 Minute Guides to Christianity

Diversiton pocket Guides to World Faiths Did you know that there are over one billion Christians in the world today, making it the world’s largest religion? That, under the Emperor Constantine, Christianity became the official religion of the Roman Empire? That Christians believe that there is only one God, but that he consists of three Persons (Father, Son and Holy Spirit)? That, although different forms of Christianity celebrate different festivals and observe different holy days, they all observe six key holy days (Christmas, Epiphany, Good Friday, Easter, Ascension and Pentecost)? The 5 Minute Guide to Christianity is the ideal starting-point for those wishing to learn more about one of the leading belief systems of the world. A succinct and highly accessible summary, this handy guide provides the perfect introduction to the essentials of Christianity. Additional features include: special days and timeline of important dates. The 5 Minute Guide to Christianity is one of a new series of pocket guides to world faiths. Each guide gives essential information on the history, traditions, beliefs and ways of worship in each faith.