Multiculturalism and Religion Overview

The coexistence of diverse cultures and religions within a society, emphasizing respect for differences and valuing pluralism.

A sacred act of communicating with a divine presence, often seeking guidance, expressing gratitude, or confessing sins.

Belief in one God.

Belief in multiple gods.

Dialogue between different religious traditions to foster mutual respect and understanding.

A crime motivated by prejudice or hatred towards a person's religion, ethnicity, or identity.

A monotheistic religion centered around Jesus Christ, believing in one God existing as the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

A monotheistic religion centered around the belief in one, indivisible God, with key texts like the Torah and Talmud.

Hinduism integrates monotheistic and polytheistic elements, recognizing one supreme reality (Brahman) while worshipping various deities.

The belief that souls are reborn after death, their future lives determined by their karma in previous lives.

The ultimate, unchanging reality in Hinduism, often described as the impersonal and all-encompassing source of the universe.

A spiritual practice in Hinduism aiming to achieve union with Brahman. It includes various paths like Karma Yoga, Bhakti Yoga, and Jnana Yoga.

The four core truths in Buddhism, describing the nature of suffering, its cause, its end, and the path to end it.

The state of perfect peace and freedom from suffering, achieved by eliminating attachment and ignorance through the Eightfold Path.

A practice in Buddhism that involves mindful awareness and cultivating concentration, helping overcome attachment and ignorance.

A key concept in Buddhism that refers to the law of moral causation, where actions create consequences that shape future lives.

The belief in rebirth, continuing until a soul achieves enlightenment, escaping the cycle of suffering.

The holiest city in Islam, where the Kaaba, a cube-shaped structure, is located. Muslims perform the Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca.

A set of beliefs and practices that revolve around the divinity of Jesus Christ, who is believed to be the Son of God, and his sacrifice for humanity's salvation.

The belief that Jesus Christ, after his death, rose from the dead, offering eternal life to those who believe in him.

A sacred obligation commanded by Jesus to his disciples to spread the message of Christianity to all people.

The Jewish holy day commencing on Friday evening and lasting until Saturday evening, during which time observant Jews abstain from work and engage in religious activities.

A set of dietary regulations in Judaism that dictates which foods are permissible to consume and how they must be prepared.

The belief in one, indivisible God, who is the creator and sustainer of the universe, and who has made a covenant with the Jewish people.

The sacred text of Judaism, consisting of the Torah, the Prophets, and the Writings, which contains the core teachings and narratives of Jewish faith.

A collection of Jewish oral laws and interpretations of the Torah, developed over centuries, providing guidance on various aspects of Jewish life.

Belief in one God, Allah.

The final prophet of Islam, who received revelations from God, recorded in the Qur'an.

A set of articles of faith that Sikh men wear: uncut hair, bracelet, comb, cotton undergarments, and a sword.

The founder of Sikhism, emphasized equality and devotion to one God.

A crime motivated by prejudice or hatred based on a person's religion, ethnicity, or other identity.

A sacred act of communication with a divine presence, used for various purposes like seeking guidance, expressing gratitude, confessing sins, and finding spiritual connection. It can be performed individually or communally, silently or vocally, and in structured rituals.

The coexistence of diverse cultures and religions within a society, respecting and recognizing their differences. It emphasizes pluralism and inclusion, valuing the richness of diverse cultural contributions.

Dialogue between different religious traditions aimed at fostering mutual understanding and respect, promoting peace and tolerance among diverse religious communities. Examples include Christian-Muslim dialogue, Jewish-Christian dialogue, and interfaith councils.

The belief in one God, as seen in religions like Christianity, Islam, and Judaism.

The belief in multiple gods, as seen in religions like Hinduism and Ancient Greek Religion.

The central figure in Christianity, believed to be the Son of God and whose life, death, and resurrection offer salvation to humanity. Christians follow his teachings and believe in his resurrection, offering eternal life to believers.

The belief in one, indivisible God. Key aspects include the covenant made with the Jewish people, the Sabbath (a holy day of rest), and Kosher laws (dietary rules for food preparation).