"The Encyclopedia of Religious Phenomena" explores unusual and unexplained events, apparitions and other phenomena rooted in religious beliefs, from visions of the Virgin Mary to the mysteries of the Great Pyramid. Alphabetically arranged and based on more than 250 worldwide occurrences and experiences, this volume offers a balanced presentation of otherworldly phenomena. Each entry includes a detailed description of the event, the religious claims being made, and a scientific discussion about the known facts.