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?

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

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

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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.

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

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

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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.

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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?

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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?

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

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

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

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

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Religion

Belief in supernatural beings and powers; attitudes, beliefs, and practices related to forces beyond the natural world, often involving belief in gods, spirits, and demons.

Supernaturalism

Belief in an otherworldly realm or reality, often associated with religions.

Myth

Sacred narrative explaining fundamental aspects of human existence, origin, purpose, and destiny.

Ritual

Culturally prescribed symbolic act or procedure guiding individuals through transitions.

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Calendric Ritual

Rituals performed regularly, on a fixed schedule.

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Crisis Ritual

Rituals performed in response to a crisis.

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Spiritual Self

An individual's internal belief system, connection to something greater than oneself, and meaning of life. Includes spiritual practices and experiences.

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Spiritual Practices

Actions, rituals, or behaviors intended to cultivate a deeper spiritual connection; includes meditation, prayer, and worship.

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Meditation

A spiritual practice that involves focusing the mind to achieve tranquility and insight.

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Puja

Hindu worship encompassing rituals and offerings to deities.

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Shahada

The Islamic declaration of faith, asserting belief in one God.

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Salat (Prayer)

Daily prayers prescribed in Islam, performed facing Mecca.

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Zakat

Obligatory charity in Islam, a giving back to society.

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Hajj

Pilgrimage to Mecca, a central ritual in Islam.

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Sawm (Fasting)

Abstaining from food and drink during Ramadan, a religious observance in Islam.

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Teffillah (Prayer)

Jewish prayer, typically recited daily.

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Shabbat

Jewish Sabbath, a day of rest and worship.

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Torah

The first five books of the Hebrew Bible considered sacred scripture.

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Mitzvot (Commandments)

Religious duties and observances in Judaism.

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Babaylan

Indigenous Philippine spiritual leader, healer, and priestess.

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Animism

Belief that spirits inhabit natural objects and phenomena.

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Soul

The spiritual or immaterial part of a person.

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Spirit

The non-physical essence of a person or thing.

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Purpose

An overall aim or goal in life.

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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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