World Religions

World ReligionsClick here for an awesome song!Judaism Origins & DevelopmentAbraham made covenant with GodShared with Judaism and IslamIsraelites Abrahams followers who were ancestors of the Jewish PeopleJewish lands fell to BabyloniansDiaspora spread of Jews across the world

JudaismBeliefs

Torah and Talmud Key religious textsTen Commandments were handed to Moses by GodMonotheisticSabbath day of rest and prayerUsually SaturdayJudaism also stresses the importance of equality and social justice.JudaismSpread & InfluenceThe Diaspora helped spread the ideas of Judaism.Synagogues helped maintain the Jewish cultureThe principle of monotheism influenced Christianity and Islam. The emphasis on ethical conduct influenced the development of law in many lands.Red Dots = Significant Jewish Populations

ChristianityOrigins & Development

Focus on life & teachings of Jesus ChristJesus is considered the Son of God12 Apostles in charge of spreading the word of JesusJesus, killed & resurrected 3 days laterAdopted by Roman EmpireChristianityBeliefsHoly BibleOld & New TestamentsTrinity Father, Son, and Holy SpiritStill considered monotheismSinners can achieve salvationSabbath SundayMany practice Communion and Baptism

ChristianitySpread and InfluenceCurrently largest religion in the worldSpread due to missionaries, wars, and imperialismChristian churches were/are very powerful in World History and politicsCrusadesRenaissance EuropeSocial Issues (Poverty, Human Rights, Abortion)Spread of Christianity

IslamOrigins & Development

Muhammad Angel told him he was the prophet of Allah (God), and he must spread the wordMecca Holy Shrine to Allah and MuhammadAfter much struggle, Islam became the dominant religion in the Middle EastIslamBeliefsQur'an Holy TextRecognize Abraham, Moses, and JesusMonotheisticHoly Day - FridayFive PillarsAcknowledge Allah as one and only GodPray 5x toward MeccaCharityFast during RamadanPilgrimage to Mecca, if possible

IslamSpread & Influence1 Billion FollowersGenerally respectful of Christianity & Judaism

Very influential in Middle Eastern CultureShariah Law Islamic Law adapted in many Muslim countries

Green - SunniRed Shia (More Conservative)

HinduismOrigins & Development

Origins go back to ancient times in India.No clear starting point or founder.Developed over centuries by drawing from Indias religious and cultural traditions.Defines Social ClassesHinduism BeliefsPolytheisticReincarnationDharma set of values and norms to fit ones social positionKarma Consequences of ones actions on reincarnation

HinduismSpread & InfluenceHindu beliefs are deeply woven into Indian society.Hindu ideas and practices are followed around the world.Yoga Hindu tradition adopted around the world

BuddhismOrigins & Development

Based on teachings of Siddhartha GautamaNirvana a state of happiness and peaceBuddhismBeliefsFour Noble TruthsEightfold Path1. Right understanding:Deeply understand the Four Noble Truths.2. Right purpose:Live a life of selflessness, love, and nonviolence.3. Right speech:Be careful and truthful in what you say.4. Right action:Do not kill, steal, lie, or hurt others.5. Right livelihood:Earn a living in ways that do no harm.6. Right effort:Promote good actions and prevent evil actions.7. Right mindfulness:Be aware of but not attached to your emotions, thoughts, or feelings.8. Right concentration:Focus your mind with practices such as meditation.

BuddhismSpread & Influence

Became leading religion in Southeast Asia, Central Asia, China, Korea, and Japan.Elements such as nirvana and meditation have spread across the worldRed = most BuddhistsPurple = significant Buddhist pop

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