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Belief Systems

Branches of Religion polytheistic monotheistic Examine the images and create a meaning for polytheism and monotheism Examine the images and create a meaning for polytheism and monotheism. Brainstorm examples of monotheistic and polytheistic religion.

Theism = belief in god or deity Deity – synonym for gods What is polytheism? The belief in many gods Poly = many Theism = belief in god or deity Deity – synonym for gods

Turn N Talk Modern Day DISCUSS: What modern day examples from books, movies and video games reflect polytheism? (example: Percy Jackson)

Mythology •A set of stories or beliefs dealing with the gods, demigods, and legendary heroes of a specific group of people

Purpose of Myths To explain why things happen To teach a lesson (morals and ethics) To explain brave acts of heroes

Monotheism: belief in one god What is monotheism? Monotheism: belief in one god Mono = one Theism = belief in god

Atheism: belief that there is no god What is atheism? Atheism: belief that there is no god A = not / none theism = belief in god

Turn N Talk Modern Day DISCUSS: What modern day examples from American Culture are examples of monotheism? What are some celebrations or festivals of these religions?