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What is a belief system?
What is a belief system?
- An organization of religious leaders.
- A practice of meditation.
- A single religious doctrine.
- A collection of attitudes, values, stories, and expectations about the world. (correct)
Which of the following are types of religious belief systems?
Which of the following are types of religious belief systems?
- Monotheism
- Polytheism
- Atheism
- All of the above (correct)
Atheism is a belief in multiple gods.
Atheism is a belief in multiple gods.
False (B)
What is anthropomorphism?
What is anthropomorphism?
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The first phase in the theories on the origin of religion is _.
The first phase in the theories on the origin of religion is _.
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Which theory on the origin of religion suggests that divine beings are related to the natural world?
Which theory on the origin of religion suggests that divine beings are related to the natural world?
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What are the Abrahamic religions?
What are the Abrahamic religions?
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The geographical influence of religion often shows the rise of _.
The geographical influence of religion often shows the rise of _.
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WORLDVIEW
- A collection of attitudes, values, stories, and expectations about the world.
- Influences thoughts and actions.
BELIEF SYSTEM
- A structured framework of convictions that shape understanding of existence.
TYPES OF RELIGIOUS BELIEF SYSTEM
- Monotheism: Belief in a single deity.
- Polytheism: Belief in multiple deities.
- Atheism: Disbelief in any deities.
RELIGION
- A complex system of beliefs, practices, and community.
- Often involves rituals and moral codes.
THEOLOGY
- The study of the divine, encompassing various interpretations and understandings of God.
RELIGIOUS STUDIES
- An academic field exploring diverse religions, their impacts, and intersections with culture.
ELEMENTS OF RELIGION
- Commonly includes beliefs, practices, community, sacred texts, and moral or ethical guidelines.
SPIRITUALITY
- A personal experience or connection to something beyond the physical; often more individual than organized religion.
THE ORIGIN OF RELIGION
BASIC CONCEPTS
- Anthropomorphism: Attributing human traits to non-human entities.
- Agency Detection: Recognizing agency or presence in the environment, leading to spiritual interpretations.
- Survival value: Assuming the presence of a higher power for precaution and safety.
- Encounters with the supernatural often lead to shared stories, enhancing religious narratives.
THEORIES ON THE ORIGIN OF RELIGION
- Animistic Theory: Suggests early humans attributed spiritual essence to nature.
- Magic Theory: Relies on the belief that ritualistic practices can manipulate supernatural forces.
- Fear Theory: Originated from a need to explain life’s uncertainties and dangers.
- Wish Fulfillment: Religion arose from human desires for control and understanding of life events.
CULTURAL MILIEU
- Abrahamic Religions: Include Judaism, Christianity, and Islam; founded on monotheism and associated with the figure of Abraham.
- Vedic/Indian Religions: Such as Buddhism and Hinduism; rooted in ancient Indian civilizations dating back over 6500 years.
- East Asian Religions: Includes Confucianism, Taoism, and Shintoism; emphasize harmony, spirituality, and world order.
GEOGRAPHICAL INFLUENCE OF RELIGION
- Civilizations often arise in areas conducive to sustainable living, affecting the development of religious beliefs.
- Mountains are often seen as sacred or focal points for religious practices.
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