Spirituality and Religion Overview
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What is the definition of religion?

Belief in supernatural beings and powers. It refers to attitudes, beliefs, and practices related to forces beyond what is natural in the physical world. A key aspect of religion is belief in supernatural entities like gods, spirits, and demons.

What is supernaturalism?

A belief in an otherworldly realm or reality that, in one way or another, is commonly associated with all forms of religion.

What is a myth?

A sacred narrative that explains the fundamentals of human existence where we and everything in our world came from, why we are here, and where we are going.

What are rituals?

<p>A culturally prescribed symbolic act or procedure designed to guide members of a community in an orderly way through personal and collective transitions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the two types of rituals?

<p>Calenderic, Crisis</p> Signup and view all the answers

Supernatural is around you all of the time, especially in non-industrialized societies.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

In a lot of cultures, health, wealth and daily things are related to the supernatural.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the practice of religion?

<p>Religious rituals and practices are essential for cultivating a spiritual connection.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Bridging divides through justice and mercy are important in the practice of religion.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

Religious rituals and practices are crucial for cultivating a strong connection with our spiritual selves

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

Everyone's experience of faith is unique and shaped by their personal history.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the spiritual practices in Buddhism?

<p>Meditation, rituals and offerings, visiting sacred sites and engaging in dharma study.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the spiritual practices in Christianity?

<p>Prayer, bible study, worship, fasting and service.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the spiritual practices in Islam?

<p>Shahada, Salah (prayer), Zakat (charity), Hajj, Sawm (fasting).</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the spiritual practices in some Filipino indigenous groups?

<p>Babaylan or shamans, aminism, Alicia P. Mangos, Dungan or Ginhawa, soul vs. spirit and in terms of cultures.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of the word 'ritual' as an adjective?

<p>'Conforming to religious rites', which are the sacred, customary ways of celebrating a religion or culture.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The meaning of the word 'ritual' can also be used for any time-honored tradition.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the three components of religion, magic and witchcraft that make up 'religion'?

<p>Beliefs, rituals and moral codes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of religion, magic and witchcraft that makes up 'religion'?

<p>Christianity as the most popular religion in the Philippines.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the three components of religion, magic and witchcraft that make up 'magic'?

<p>Personal power, practical use and esoteric knowledge.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the two categories of magic?

<p>White and black.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the three components of religion, magic and witchcraft that make up 'witchcraft'?

<p>Natural magic, spirituality and healing &amp; herbalism.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the three ways of discovering the meaning of life?

<p>Work, love and courage.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is work, in terms of finding meaning of life?

<p>Creative work that is aligned with a greater purpose.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is love, in terms of finding the meaning of life?

<p>Love that is often expressed by serving to others.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is responsibility, in terms of finding the meaning of life?

<p>Taking responsibility for ourselves and others.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is action, in terms of finding the meaning of life?

<p>Finding a purpose and having a clear &quot;why?&quot;</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Lesson Objectives

  • Students will demonstrate understanding of the spiritual self
  • Students will explain the importance of spirituality in one's life
  • Students will discuss how spirituality is connected to religion
  • Students will discuss how spirituality develops
  • Students will discuss different spiritual beliefs of indigenous people in the Philippines

Religions

  • Christianity
  • Sikhism
  • Hinduism
  • Islam
  • Buddhism
  • Judaism

Spirituality in Religions

  • Spiritual practices in various religions (Christianity, Hinduism, Buddhism, Islam, Judaism) are explored
  • Examples of spiritual practices include prayer, Bible study, meditation, worship, fasting, pilgrimage, and observance of festivals are mentioned

Rituals and Ceremonies

  • Rituals are culturally prescribed symbolic actions to guide members of a community through personal and collective transitions
  • Two types of rituals are calendric (daily) and crisis (short-term)
  • A ritual is a ceremony or action performed in a customary way

Religion, Magic, and Witchcraft

  • Religion, Magic, and Witchcraft are connected
  • The purpose of religion (especially Christianity) is discussed
  • Religious beliefs, rituals, and moral codes are explored
  • Various aspects of Magic and Witchcraft, including personal power, practical use, esoteric knowledge, and black and white magic are explored
  • There is a discussion about natural magic, healing, and herbalism

Meaning of Life

  • Three ways of discovering the meaning of life are noted
  • A psychotherapist and author believed the meaning of life is unique for each person and found through a variety of sources
  • Concepts of work, love, courage, responsibility, and purpose are discussed

Spiritual Practices

  • Spiritual practices of the Indigenous in the Philippines are noted
  • Babaylan or Shamans, animism, and the concept of "soul vs. spirit" are included in the discussion of indigenous spiritual practices.

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