Ethnic Religions Flashcards

Ethnic Religions

• Exist primarily among specific ethnic groups and are not actively seeking converts.
• Example religions include Judaism and Hinduism.
• Spread primarily through relocation diffusion, as followers are typically born into the faith.

Hinduism

• Beliefs include the cycle of reincarnation and karma.
• Cows are considered sacred, and followers do not consume beef.

Universalizing Religions

• Actively seek converts due to beliefs in their universal relevance and appeal.
• Aim to spread their teachings globally.

Christianity

• Holds the highest number of adherents among universal religions.
• Originated from the teachings of Jesus Christ.

Islam

• Fastest-growing religion worldwide, centered around the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad.
• Based on revelations received from Allah (God).

Branches of Islam

• Two main branches are Sunni and Shia, which differ in interpretations and practices.

Muhammad

• Recognized as the Prophet of Islam who delivered God's revelations.

Jerusalem

• Considered the hearth of Christianity, significant for its biblical history and events.

Mecca

• Sacred city and spiritual center of Islam, the birthplace of Muhammad and site of the Kaaba.

Siddhartha Gautama

• The founder of Buddhism, known as the Buddha.
• His teachings focus on overcoming suffering and achieving enlightenment.

Northern India

• The geographical hearth of Buddhism where Siddhartha Gautama attained enlightenment.

Pagodas

• Distinctive architectural structure associated with Buddhism, often used for meditation and worship.

Buddhism

• Emphasizes meditation practice, the Eightfold Path, and the Four Noble Truths as a way to achieve spiritual enlightenment.

Branch

• Represents a large division within a religion, for example, Catholicism as a branch of Christianity.

Denomination

• A subdivision of a branch that operates under a shared legal and administrative structure, exemplified by the Roman Catholic Church.

Sect

• A smaller subgroup that has separated from a denomination, such as the Mormons.

This quiz features flashcards that explore the characteristics of ethnic and universalizing religions. Learn about the differences between these belief systems, examples like Hinduism, and concepts such as cultural diffusion. Ideal for students studying world religions.