Encyclopedia Of Religion -

: In-depth analysis of scriptures and mythologies.

: Detailed entries on ceremonies, iconography, and sacred architecture. Encyclopedia of Religion

: Covers 44 broad sections of religious traditions, including indigenous, Eastern, Western, ancient, and modern systems. : In-depth analysis of scriptures and mythologies

: Mircea Eliade (1907–1986) was the primary architect. His goal was to create a non-reductionistic resource that prioritized a phenomenological perspective over theological bias. Encyclopedia of Religion

The Encyclopedia of Religion is widely considered the standard reference work for the field of religious studies, originally spearheaded by the renowned historian of religions, Mircea Eliade.