from AuntieClio

The most useful thing in this book is the Dictionary of Religious Literacy, which describes terms and titles associated with the major world religions in addition to explaining some of the basic differences between Christian denominations. I found this the most entertaining part. The rest of the ...

from thewalkinggirl

Like other reviewers, I started reading this expecting information about the importance of religious studies (which was provided) and information about prominent US religions (other than Christianity, not so much). Despite my expectations not being fully met, I did learn about how the US develope...

from awhayouseh

Prothero favors rote memorization over and against "touchy-feeling" discussions on religious matters. He believes the emphasis on morality when teaching religion is one reason for the decline in religious knowledge in America. The glossary that the book provides is very helpful.

from crazybatcow

The title is a bit misleading. It *is* about the things that Americans don't know about religions, but it doesn't spend any time teaching anything. i.e. he states that "we" don't know that Moses wasn't asked to sacrifice his son but he doesn't clarify what Moses really did, or who actually was as...

from kaulsu

The literacy quizzes are great! Even if you don't wade through the whole book, take the quiz. Better yet, when you read the book you get to take it again....and oops, I had the same wrong answers re: Buddhism as I had the first time around. I just can't keep all the numbers straight... Should be ...