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Which of these options is NOT a world religion?
Which of these options is NOT a world religion?
The RKUD 4251 course at International Islamic University of Malaysia focuses on the ethical codes of world religions.
The RKUD 4251 course at International Islamic University of Malaysia focuses on the ethical codes of world religions.
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What does the content define as 'value system'?
What does the content define as 'value system'?
Behavioral patterns only encompass individual actions, not interactions with others.
Behavioral patterns only encompass individual actions, not interactions with others.
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What is the department offering the RKUD 4251 course?
What is the department offering the RKUD 4251 course?
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Which of the following is NOT a component of the Social Dimension?
Which of the following is NOT a component of the Social Dimension?
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The Social Dimension is built upon the Faith Dimension.
The Social Dimension is built upon the Faith Dimension.
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The course title "Moral Codes (Ethics) of World Religions" emphasizes the ______ aspect of different religious traditions.
The course title "Moral Codes (Ethics) of World Religions" emphasizes the ______ aspect of different religious traditions.
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What is the connection between worldviews and value systems, according to the content?
What is the connection between worldviews and value systems, according to the content?
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Match the following terms with their definitions:
Match the following terms with their definitions:
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What are the two main aspects of the Social Dimension?
What are the two main aspects of the Social Dimension?
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The content states that behavioral patterns include ______ with others.
The content states that behavioral patterns include ______ with others.
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Match the following concepts with their definitions:
Match the following concepts with their definitions:
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Religious infrastructures and institutions are part of the ______ Dimension.
Religious infrastructures and institutions are part of the ______ Dimension.
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Match the following terms with their respective categories:
Match the following terms with their respective categories:
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Which of the following actions is NOT considered a form of dishonesty?
Which of the following actions is NOT considered a form of dishonesty?
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Bearing false witness is a form of deceit.
Bearing false witness is a form of deceit.
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The Jain moral codes are found in the ______.
The Jain moral codes are found in the ______.
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What are two examples of slander?
What are two examples of slander?
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Jainism promotes the practice of non-violence, including refraining from killing.
Jainism promotes the practice of non-violence, including refraining from killing.
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The act of intentionally misleading someone is known as ______.
The act of intentionally misleading someone is known as ______.
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Which of the following is NOT one of the Five Vows for Ascetics in Jainism?
Which of the following is NOT one of the Five Vows for Ascetics in Jainism?
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What is the meaning of 'discipline desire' within the Jain moral codes?
What is the meaning of 'discipline desire' within the Jain moral codes?
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Match the following Jain Vows to their corresponding actions:
Match the following Jain Vows to their corresponding actions:
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Which of the following are considered examples of 'worthless talk' according to the provided content?
Which of the following are considered examples of 'worthless talk' according to the provided content?
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The moral codes of Islam are entirely based on the Hadd and Qisas.
The moral codes of Islam are entirely based on the Hadd and Qisas.
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What is the term for a 'priestly class' in Islam?
What is the term for a 'priestly class' in Islam?
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The term "______" refers to a specific moral code in Islam.
The term "______" refers to a specific moral code in Islam.
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Match the following terms with their descriptions according to the content:
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Study Notes
Introduction
- Religion is as old as humanity
- Humans are born religious (homo religious)
- Religion began with Tawhid, as practiced by Prophet Adam
- Religion's meaning varies across different faiths and communities
- Religion nurtures individuals and strengthens societies
Overview of Religion
- Each religion possesses a unique identity
- Each religion is a complete entity in itself
- Every religion defines "religion" in its own way
- Religions include faith aspects and social aspects
- Each religion interprets faith aspects according to its own framework
- Religious practice differs across communities
Typology of Religions
- Revealed religions are based on revelations
- Historical religions developed over time
- Cultural religions stem from distinct cultures
- Philosophical religions originated from philosophical thought
- Ancestral religions center around ancestral worship
- Spiritual religions focus on spiritual development
- Syncretic religions blend teachings from various religions
- Ethnic religions are rooted in ethnicity
Conceptions of Religion
- Religions are perceived differently
- Some consider religion to encompass everything
- Others divide religion into sacred and profane aspects
- Some religions focus on spiritual matters
- Other religions focus on events of death and the afterlife
- Some religions center on scripture
- Certain religions are guided by scriptures
- Some religions aren't scripture-based
- Some religions' teachings are constantly developing
Constituents of Religion
- Religion includes faith and social aspects
- Faith dimension includes intra-personal aspects (the individuals beliefs)
- Faith items include worldviews and patterns of thought
- Social dimension comprises inter-personal aspects (relationships between individuals)
- Social items involve value systems and behavioral patterns
Faith Dimension
- Each religion defines "religion" in its own unique way
- Faith items shape adherents' worldviews and thought patterns
- Each religion has its own worldviews and thought patterns
- Worldview: how individuals perceive the world and its issues
- Thought patterns: how individuals think and understand things (intra-personal)
Faith Items
- Faith consists of:
- Prophets and founders: individuals who established religions
- Scriptures and sacred texts: foundational teachings of a religion
- Belief systems and theologies: basic concepts and doctrines about the divine
- Doctrines and dogmas: core teachings of a religion
- Rituals and rites: formal religious practices
Social Dimension
- Worldviews and thoughts translate into value systems and behaviors
- Value system defines what is considered good and bad
- Behavioral patterns show how people act and relate to others (interpersonal)
- Each religious community establishes its own value system and behavioral structure
Social Items
- Social dimension comprises:
- Moral codes and ethics
- Etiquettes and norms
- Religious infrastructures and institutions
- Social dimension stems from the faith dimension
- Relationships and behaviour towards others (interpersonal)
- Social Items facilitate personal and social discipline
Comparatives
- Religions share faith items, but define them differently
- Religions are unique in their faith dimension, marked by exclusivity
- Religions share value systems and often have parallel values
- Religions are often inclusive in their social dimension, absorbing values from other communities
Common Concepts
- Religions share common origin, considering humanity as a whole
- All humans are considered fellow creatures, emphasizing kinship
- Religions often share concepts of body, soul and mind
- Buddhism considers the five skandhas (components of existence)
- Religions share a concept of human nature (fitrah)
- Interdependence of all beings.
Implications
- Kinship of humanity connects people at a social level
- Common human nature is mirrored in parallel moral codes across religions
- A responsible person in one community is often respected in other communities
- Parallel moral codes promote unity
- Shared values enable societies, nations and global enterprises
- Shared values foster cooperation between different people
Social Involvement and Concern
- Religions often take an interest in the well-being of society
- The degree of concern and involvement in society varies by religion
- Some religions prioritize spirituality over worldly affairs
- Religions establish social institutions and support civil society
- Religious involvement can be charitable work
Moral Codes
- Religions emphasize good conduct and behavior
- Moral codes are guidelines for conduct and relationships
- Codes are obligatory upon members of religious communities
- Enforced via religious mechanisms like sanctions and concepts of sin/retribution
- Adherence to codes ensures that communities develop responsibly
Ethics and Morality
- Ethics originates from faith
- Ethics embodies personality and character
- Morality focuses on actions and behaviors
- Ethics helps maintain social discipline
- Religious doctrines promote a good and compassionate society
Etiquettes and Norms
- Etiquettes are personal actions and manners typical of a community
- Norms are acceptable practices within a society or community
- They often become customs, traditions and part of cultures.
Infrastructures and Institutions
- Religions have physical and social structures
- Religious structures like mosques, temples and monasteries cater to religious needs
- Social institutions, such as family structures, are also often intertwined with religious traditions
- Family unit is recognized as a crucial institution across religions
- Some religions incorporate moral codes into legal structures
Judaism and Christianity
- Moral codes in Judaism and Christianity stem from the Ten Commandments
- The Ten Commandments were given to Prophet Moses, as per tradition
- The Commandments present a set of moral principles, covering topics like God worship, Sabbath, honor, murder, adultery, theft, etc
Buddhism (1)
- Buddhist moral codes are found in the ten precepts
- The precepts advocate non-killing, non-stealing, avoiding adultery, dishonesty, and intoxication among other things
Buddhism (2)
- Further precepts in Buddhism include avoiding food after noon, unnecessary entertainment, luxuries and comforts and owning wealth.
- Not all precepts are applicable to all Buddhists; different levels of adherence exist
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Test your understanding of the ethical codes and value systems in world religions with this quiz based on the RKUD 4251 course at the International Islamic University of Malaysia. The questions cover various dimensions of faith, behavioral patterns, and the relationship between worldviews and moral codes. Challenge yourself to match concepts with their definitions and explore the social aspects of different religious traditions.
