Religion Follow Along Notes
Religion (The Basics)
_________ is a belief in a supernatural power(s) that are regarded
as the ________ and maintainers of the universe.
Three Types of Religions
___________ religions believe in one god.
Polytheistic religions believe in many gods.
Animistic or traditional religions often believe that different aspects of
nature have divine powers.
What is Religion? Describe religion in your own words as you watch the
video:
Southwest Asia
The three religions that began in Southwest Asia are:
____________ - (2000 BCE)
____________ - (26 – 36CE)
____________ - (610 CE)
Judaism
Some of the major beliefs of Judaism are:
Monotheism - There is one god who is all powerful and all knowing.
This god made a special _________or agreement with__________, who is
the ‘father’ of the Jewish people.
God revealed his laws to his people through Moses and the ten
commandments.
Western Wall Video:
Why does the western wall have meaning for Jews?
Christianity
Christianity was heavily influenced by Judaism. Some of the major
beliefs of Christianity are:
Monotheism - There is one God who is all powerful and all knowing.
_______ _______, the son of God, died for the sins of humankind.
Salvation comes from faith in God.
Christianity (continued)
Christians believe the ___ ___ ___ ___________ of the Bible are holy
books. The first four books of the New Testament were written by
followers of Jesus.
Islam
Islam is a monotheistic religion that developed in Saudi Arabia in the
early 600s.
Islam is directly related to Judaism and Christianity.
Islam was founded by the Prophet _________ who lived from 570 to
632 in _______ _______.
Mecca - The birth city of Muhammed: What does It look like today?
Islam (Continued)
The teachings of Muhammed were collected into a book called the
_____.
Muslims worship in buildings called _______.
“Quick Question”
How are Christianity, Islam, and Judaism similar?
Hinduism
Hinduism is one of the oldest religions in the world.
It is a __________ religion that originated in South Asia, present day
India, around 2500 B.C.E.
Hinduism (Continued)
_____ is the spirit or soul of a person, which most Hindus believe, is
eternal.
Brahman refers to a supreme spirit but it can also mean an infinite and
unchanging reality.
Hindus believe that the goal of life is to realize that your atman is the
same as Brahman and thereby reach ______, or liberation.
The Caste System
The ______ ______ is a system of social organization in India. When a
person is born they are born into one of four castes or as a Dalit
(untouchable).
This system has led to discrimination and has been outlawed in India.
Hindus still debate whether the caste system is part of Hinduism or an
outdated social custom.
Buddhism
Buddhism is related to Hinduism and shares many of the same basic
beliefs. The relationship between Buddhism and Hinduism is like the
relationship between Christianity and Judaism.
Buddhism (Continued)
Buddhism was founded by a man named __________ who was born
around 500 - 400 B.C. in Nepal.
Buddhism is one of the world's largest religions and originated 2,500
years ago in India.
Buddhists believe that the human life is one of suffering, and that
meditation, spiritual and physical labor, and good behavior are the ways
to achieve enlightenment, or _______.
The Spread of Buddhism
Where did it start and where did it spread to?
Confucianism
Confucianism is a philosophy that began in China around 500 - 400 B.C. It
is based on the teachings of Confucius.
Confucianism is concerned mainly with _______ _________.
It emphasizes respect for elders and education.
