. . . "Whether Christian churches, Jewish synagogues, Islamic mosques, Buddhist temples, or the gathering places for other faiths, buildings designed for worship are significant to both their own community of believers and their larger communities. Coming to understand the history of places of worship, therefore, is an essential element in understanding the historical fabric of these communities. Places of Worship offers the abundant insights of an experienced historian of American religion. Using illustrations from a wide diversity of congregations, Wind suggests ways in which answers may be sought."@en . "Places of worship : exploring their history" . . . . . . . "Electronic books"@en . "Places of worship exploring their history"@en . . . "Places of Worship Exploring Their History"@en . . . . "United States" . . "RELIGION / Leadership" . . . .