The Pitfalls of Categorizing Religions
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What is the main problem with the 'world religions' paradigm?

The problem is implying sameness in Christianity, Hinduism, Islam, etc.

What is the major belief of Judaism?

Judaism is characterized by a belief in one transcendent God who revealed himself to Abraham, Moses, and the Hebrew prophets.

What are the common features among the various forms of Judaism?

Faith in the one true God, acceptance of the Torah, and identification as 'Israelites'.

What is the meaning of Islam?

<p>Islam means submission or obedience.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where did Muhammad receive revelations from Allah?

<p>Muhammad received revelations from Allah in the city of Mecca.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of 'Muslim'?

<p>A Muslim is a person who practices Islam.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the first five books of the Old Testament known as?

<p>The first five books of the Old Testament are known as the Five Books of Moses or the Torah.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary language of Islam?

<p>The primary language of Islam is Arabic.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the belief of Judaism regarding Yahweh?

<p>Judaism believes in Yahweh as the one true God.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the three components of Judaism?

<p>The three components of Judaism are theology, law, and cultural traditions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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