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World Religions

World Religions. Why study them anyway?. Religion can be…. Polytheistic. Monotheistic. Hinduism. Main religion of India It has no founder or formal church Most Hindus practice the religion in the home where they designate a special place in the home as a shrine for worship.

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World Religions

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  1. World Religions Why study them anyway?

  2. Religion can be… Polytheistic Monotheistic

  3. Hinduism • Main religion of India • It has no founder or formal church • Most Hindus practice the religion in the home where they designate a special place in the home as a shrine for worship.

  4. Many Sacred Texts

  5. Key Ideas of Hinduism: • Hindus worship many gods and goddess. • Each god is a part of a single supreme force called Brahman. • Each person has an atman, which is a part of one universal soul.

  6. Hindu Code of Conduct AHIMSA Read, React and Analyze

  7. The Idea of Reincarnation (samsara): • the belief that the soul goes through a process of transmigration (passage of a soul after death into another body) • When the body dies, the soul may be reborn in various forms from a holy person to a worm.

  8. The true goal in life is Moksha/Liberation/Nirvana = Freeing the soul from the body so that it may unite with Brahman

  9. Moksha/Liberation/Nirvana • Can not be achieved in one lifetime. • People undergo reincarnation, or rebirth of the soul in various forms.

  10. Karma • The law of karma is that every deed, whether mental or physical in this life affects a person’s fate in the future. • In other words, a person’s present situation is a result of his or her deeds in a past existence.

  11. If you have good Karma then you must be doing your Dharma • Dharma is your duty in life

  12. The Caste System

  13. The Caste System • A strict social and religious order. • Rebirth and karma are closely tied into the caste system. • There are five castes (aka: varna) Brahmin = highest caste The Untouchables = lowest; not even considered part of the system

  14. Who’s Who?

  15. Caste System and Hinduism • A person is born into their caste and remains there for life; Nothing you do can affect your current status. • You can improve your position in your next life by carrying out your dharma in your present life and thereby having good karma • Your caste is a result of your karma • Each caste has its own dharma • You must obey the rules of the caste

  16. Based on what you learned today, create a saying that best explains this religion in Five Simple Words.

  17. Buddhism Founder: SiddhartaGuatamaAn Indian Prince who gave up all his money and power to find “truth”. Buddha- "awakened one”

  18. 4 Noble Truths 1. Life is suffering.2. Human desire causes suffering.3. If you end desires you can end suffering.4. To end desires follow the Eight Fold Path.right action, speech, livelihood effort, mindfulness, concentration, views and intention

  19. Key Ideas -We cause others to suffer because we are unhappy with ourselves.-Live in the HERE and NOW.-We have a deep misunderstanding of who we are.-Believe in what is vs. what might be.

  20. Key Ideas -The key to a wonderful life is to eliminate desires.-The ultimate is to reach NIRVANA. (Ultimate Goal)-Nothing is fixed or permanent - change is always possible.

  21. Worship • Buddhists can worship both at home or at a temple

  22. Texts • Texts are divided into three different collections, known as the Tripitaka, or "three baskets“ • Buddhist texts today are not a uniform collection, as many different sects and schools have emerged over the centuries

  23. A Hindu and a Buddhist meet for lunch….

  24. Based on what you learned today, create a saying that best explains this religions in Five Simple Words.

  25. Abraham’s Genealogy HAGAR ABRAHAM SARAH Ishmael Isaac 12 Arabian Tribes Jacob Esau 12 Tribes of Israel

  26. Judaism Monotheism - There is one god who is all powerful and all knowing. This god made a special covenant or agreement with Abraham, who is the ‘father’ of the Jewish people. G-d revealed his laws to his people through Moses and the ten commandments.

  27. Key Ideas • All people should live moral lives regardless of social class. • All people are responsible for their own actions, people must choose between good and evil. • Follow the Ten Commandments. • The Messiah will come to save the followers of the faith.

  28. Holy Texts • Tanakh-Hebrew Bible • Torah • Talmud

  29. Worship Synagogue-Jewish house of worship Sabbath-Jewish day of rest

  30. Based on what you learned today, create a saying that best explains this religions in Five Simple Words.

  31. The Story of Jesus • Born in Bethlehem (in “Palestina” controlled by the Romans) • Raised Jewish • Began preaching at the age of 30 • Attracted many disciples (followers)

  32. Jesus believed and taught… • in one God and followed the 10 Commandments • God loved everyone regardless of status, all are equal in the eyes of God. • God is forgiving. • All people should be humble, merciful, and unselfish and will be rewarded in with eternal life

  33. The Romans wanted to stop Jesus • Jesus was arrested and put on trial for blasphemy. • Jesus was sentenced to die by crucifixion. • This was a common punishment during the time. The Key to Christianity: The belief that Jesus rose from the dead and ascended into heaven.

  34. Sacred Text Worship Church

  35. Based on what you learned today, create a saying that best explains this religions in Five Simple Words.

  36. ISLAM Submission to the will of Allah

  37. Key Ideas • Muslims are strict monotheists. • Allah is the Arabic word for god. • Founder of Islam is Mohammed

  38. Key Ideas • Sacred Text-Qur’an • Muslims believe that the Torah and the Bible, like the Qur’an, is the word of God. • House of Worship-Mosque

  39. The 5 pillars of Islam

  40. Shahadah - Witnessing • Professing the faith to one god, Allah and Mohammed as his prophet.

  41. Salat Daily prayer 5 times a day facing Mecca

  42. Sawm - Fasting • Fasting is abstaining from the following between dawn and sunset during the holy month of Ramadan: • Eating • Drinking • Sexual encounters

  43. Hajj – Pilgrimage • Pilgrimage to Mecca once in a person’s lifetime

  44. Jihad…6th pillar? Read and React

  45. Based on what you learned today, create a saying that best explains this religions in Five Simple Words.

  46. World Religions Top Ten List Part 1 With on your own: • Review all your notes on World Religions. 2. Create a list of the ten most important facts or ideas we should all know about World Religions 3. For each idea on the list, provide your reason as to why you put it on the list.

  47. World Religions Top Ten List Part 2 With your partner: • Share your World Religions Top Ten with your partner and vice versa. • After sharing collaborate to create one FINAL list of the ten most important facts or ideas we should all know about World Religions. 3. For each idea on the list, provide your reason as to why you put it on the list. 4. Prepare to present to the class.

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