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What does monotheistic mean?
What does polytheistic mean?
What does the term Judaism come from?
The word Yehudim means Judah.
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Study Notes
Classifications of Religion
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Monotheistic: Belief in a single divine being; prominent religions include Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.
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Polytheistic: Belief in multiple deities; notable examples are Hinduism and Buddhism.
Major Religions
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Judaism: Originated from the term "Yehudim," meaning Judah; religious gatherings often take place in synagogues, serving as sacred temples for Jews.
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Christianity: Derived from the Greek word "Christos," meaning anointed; adherents follow teachings found in the Bible.
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Islam: Comes from the Arabic word "aslama," meaning surrender; founded by the prophet Muhammad who is considered the last prophet in a series.
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Hinduism: Recognized as the oldest living religion; features a diverse belief system that acknowledges various gods and goddesses.
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Buddhism: Founded by Siddhartha Gautama; it is the third major religion in India, alongside Hinduism and Jainism, focusing on the path to enlightenment.
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