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What is the key difference between Abrahamic and Non-Abrahamic religions?
Where was Judaism founded?
Who is the founder of Buddhism?
Which religion was founded by understanding philosophical teachings of its founder?
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What distinguishes Abrahamic religions from Non-Abrahamic religions?
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Where was Islam founded?
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Which religion believes in only one God?
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Which religion believes in many gods?
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Which theistic view recognizes the existence of other gods while serving and worshiping a single god?
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Which religion practices a Trinitarian doctrine with a set of gods often numbering in three?
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What is the founder of Daoism?
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Where did Shintoism originate?
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Study Notes
Origins of Religions
- Confucianism: founded by Confucius in China
- Daoism (Taoism): founded by Lao Tzu in China
- Shintoism: originated in Japan, founder unknown
- Judaism: founded by Abraham in the Land of Canaan (Israel)
- Christianity: founded by Jesus Christ in the City of Jerusalem
- Islam: founded by Muhammad in the City of Mecca
- Hinduism: founded in India (Indus Valley), founder unknown
- Buddhism: founded by Siddhartha Gautama in India
Views on the Number of God/s
- Monotheism: belief in one God (e.g., Judaism, Christianity, Islam)
- Polytheism: belief in many gods (thousands or millions)
- Henotheism: serving and worshiping a single god while recognizing other gods
- Trinitarian: belief in a set of gods, often numbering in three (trinity)
House Rules for World Religions Class
- Always wear a mask
- Be courteous
- Be participative and attentive
- Respect each other
Approaches to Study of World Religions
- (To be filled in by student)
Historical Contexts of World Religions
- Abrahamic Religions: founded through sons or descendants of Abraham (Judaism, Christianity, Islam)
- Non-Abrahamic Religions: initiated by philosophical teachings of their founders (Hinduism, Buddhism, etc.)
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Test your knowledge on the introductory topics of world religions and belief systems, covering approaches to study, key elements of religions, and historical contexts. Explore questions on different religious perspectives and the message of the song 'One Day'. Get ready for a comprehensive review of fundamental concepts in this #throwback quiz.
