What is Religion?.

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What is Religion?

What unites many people on Earth? The Same Religion Language The ability to wonder

What does the root word of religion mean? To understand To celebrate To tie

What does monotheism mean? Belief in many gods Belief in one god

Which religion is NOT monotheistic? Judaism Buddhism Christianity

What do sweet foods symbolize in religious festivals? Elements of faith Dreams and Visions A chance to visit the dentist

Which is a synonym for “god”? Power Ruler Deity

What do religious festivals often symbolize? Fairy tales and myths Stories about the faith and historical events Scientific Facts and real events